In black men 15 to 34 years old, the leading cause of death is
a. AIDS
b. Homicide
c. Stroke
d. Accidents
B
The leading cause of death in black men 15 to 34 years old is homicide. Black men in general, including older black men, have higher rates of coronary heart disease, prostate cancer, and AIDS than white men.
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In addressing patient education, the nurse recognizes that patient education is a process involving: (Select all that apply.)
a. assessment. b. diagnosis. c. planning. d. implementation and evaluation. e. reliance on evidence-based practice (EBP).
A nurse finds that a client has infiltration around the IV access and that the device needs to be removed. What explanation should the nurse give to reduce the client's anxiety?
A) "The infiltration is causing you pain and you will be very relieved when I remove the IV line." B) "You should relax and take deep breaths; the procedure is very minor and will be over soon." C) "I know that you are anxious, but removal will be painless and the IV location needs to be changed." D) "It will be a painless procedure and there is nothing to worry about; many clients do fine with this."
The nurse is caring for a 2-year-old girl in a bilateral brace with tibia vara. Her parents are upset by their toddler's limited mobility. Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
A) "If you don't follow the therapy, your daughter could develop severe bowing of her legs." B) "It's important to use the brace or your daughter may need surgery." C) "You are doing a great job. Let's put our heads together on how to keep her busy." D) "You'll need to accept this since treatment may be required for several years."
How would you know if B.K. was not able to tolerate the advancement in diet?
What will be an ideal response?