Which of the following diseases was once isolated and rare but is now widespread throughout the world?
a. Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)
b. Smallpox
c. Sexually transmitted disease
d. Measles
ANS: A
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A community health nurse assesses four patients between ages 70 and 80 . Which patient has the highest risk for alcohol dependence?
a. Patient with no history of alcohol-related problems until retirement but now drinks alcohol daily to distract himself from arthritis pain b. Patient who drank socially throughout adult life and continues this pattern, saying "I'm old enough to drink if I want to" c. Patient who abused alcohol between ages 30 and 45 but now abstains and occasionally attends AA meetings. d. Patient with intermittent problems of alcohol misuse early in life. Now drinks one glass of wine nightly with dinner.
Which action does the nurse avoid after administering a thrombolytic drug?
a. Administering IV drugs b. Using electric razors c. Providing a soft toothbrush d. Giving an intramuscular injection
Nurses can engage in various actions to facilitate care for clients in community settings. One such action could be to
A. Assist families by sharing information on how to obtain transportation to a more supportive state in the union. B. Continue to complain to anyone who will listen about how important it is to recruit more nurses. C. Continue to demand increased salary levels so more nurses will work at the agency. D. Document nursing interventions so any possible reimbursement will be received by the client and/or agency.
People learn coping patterns
A) early in life. B) during middle age. C) only through intensive therapy. D) by having their needs met.