Through which method(s) can influenza spread? (Select all that apply.)
a. Direct contact
b. Indirect contact
c. Vector
d. Blood-borne method
e. Droplets
A, B, E
Influenza spreads through direct and indirect contact from droplets. Influenza is not spread by vectors or the blood-borne method.
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a. Pericardial pain b. Pleuritic chest pain c. Musculoskeletal pain d. Cardiac pain
A nurse is collaborating with the physical therapist to plan the care of a patient with osteomyelitis. What principle should guide the management of activity and mobility in this patient?
A) Stress on the weakened bone must be avoided. B) Increased heart rate enhances perfusion and bone healing. C) Bed rest results in improved outcomes in patients with osteomyelitis. D) Maintenance of baseline ADLs is the primary goal during osteomyelitis treatment.
A patient with a chief complaint of palpitations reports excessive alcohol intake over the past 10 years. Which of the following is most useful in understanding the possible relationship between his substance abuse and his symptoms?
a. Prolonged use of alcohol can lead to neurological damage. b. Increased high-density lipoprotein cholesterol is associated with daily intake of 2 oz of alcohol. c. Prolonged use of alcohol can interfere with normal pump function and electrical activity of the heart. d. Liver disease is a common finding in patients with a history of alcohol abuse.
A person speaking about a rival for a significant other's affection says in an emotional, syrupy voice, "What a lovely person. That's someone I simply adore." The individual is demonstrating:
a. reaction formation. b. repression. c. projection. d. denial.