When teaching a male client about the screening tools used for prostate cancer, the nurse would include screening for which of the following in the teaching plan?
a. urine screen for pro-tein c. serum testosterone
b. PSA-serum level d. complete blood count
B
The risk factors for the development of prostate cancer include family history of this type of cancer, a diet high in animal fat, and an increasing risk with age. Screen tools or tumor marks used to detect the possibility of prostate cancer would include screening for PSA-serum level.
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a. Do not call; the employer will call the applicant if interested. b. Call on the date and at the time mentioned in the cover letter. c. Call on a Monday before 8 AM if possible. d. Call on a Friday between 2 PM and 4 PM if possible.
Catheter migration into the______________ can produce dangerously high medication levels. Only physicians and nurse anesthetists administer drugs in this space
Fill in the blanks with correct word
A public health nurse is assisting the community in dealing with the effects of lead paint poisoning. Which of the following activities would the nurse most likely complete? (Select all that apply.)
a. Administering medications to those with signs of lead poisoning b. Assessing community members for any health problems c. Setting up a blood screening program with the local health department d. Encouraging local landlords to improve the condition of their housing
A nurse is caring for a client admitted to the healthcare facility with narcotic overdose. The client has shallow respirations, tremors, headache, weakness, altered sensorium, and fruity-smelling breath
According to the arterial blood gas evaluation, the client's pH is decreased and PCO2 is increased. Which of the following acid–base imbalances has occurred? A) Respiratory acidosis B) Respiratory alkalosis C) Metabolic acidosis D) Metabolic alkalosis