The mother of a 2-year-old tells the nurse that she is very concerned about her child because he has developed "a will of his own" and "acts as if he can control others." The nurse provides information to the mother to alleviate her concern, recalling that, according to Erikson, a toddler is confronting which developmental task?
A. Initiative versus guilt
B. Trust versus mistrust
C. Industry versus inferiority
D. Autonomy versus doubt and shame
Answer: D. Autonomy versus doubt and shame
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A patient sees a physician for health needs as well as a practitioner of Chinese medicine. Which standards should the nurse identify are being met by the practitioner of Chinese medicine to ensure for the patient's safety? (Select all that apply.)
1. Causing no additional stress on the patient. 2. Nationwide certification in Chinese medicine. 3. USDA standards in the herbal preparations used. 4. Safety, efficacy, and quality in the Chinese medicine practice. 5. No adverse interactions between herbal preparations used and any prescription medications the patient might be on.
Older patients have a separate set of issues that affect their use of alcohol and other drugs. Some of these issues are all of the following except:
1. a higher rate of alcoholism in retirement communities. 2. peer pressure to drink more at social occasions. 3. using alcohol to relieve the stress of aging. 4. drinking to cope with social isolation.
Which finding puts a client at greatest risk for wound infection?
a. Immune compromised status b. Presence of a deep wound c. Severely reddened skin d. Coexisting medical conditions
The nurse is conducting a neurologic assessment. Which items are needed? Select all that apply
1) Cotton balls 2) Test tubes 3) Scents 4) Salts 5) Latex gloves