The nurse should examines a child admitted with a diagnosis of slipped capital femoral epiphysis for which of the following additional health problems?
a. developmental delays c. nutritional anemia
b. emaciated appearance d. obesity
D
The upper femoral epiphysis slips from its functional position in slipped capital femoral epiphysis. The incidence of this disorder is greatest in obese African American males. An emaciated appearance, anemia, and developmental delays are not usually associated with this disorder.
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a. "My daughter should wash and wipe the perineal area from front to back." b. "I am only going to have my daughter wear cotton underwear." c. "It is acceptable to take frequent bubble baths." d. "She needs to drink lots of fluids and void frequently."
A nurse was administering a scheduled subcutaneous dose of heparin to a patient who has HIV when the needle penetrated the nurse's thumb. What prophylactic action should the nurse first take?
A) Apply negative pressure to the wound site using suction tubing. B) Perform a thorough wash of the injury site with soap and water. C) Apply chlorhexidine to the wound site and to all the skin in a 3-inch radius. D) Maintain the hand in a dependent position.
Which statement best describes paternal adaptation?
a. Paternal responses and concerns vary. b. Most men are excited about becoming a father. c. All men view pregnancy as proof of masculinity. d. Most men are reluctant to assume the parenting role.
Data that are detectable by an observer or can be measured or tested against an accepted standard are known as
A) subjective data or symptoms. B) objective data or symptoms. C) subjective data or signs. D) objective data or signs.