What is currently believed about the risk for developing Alzheimer disease?
a. It is not directly related to genetic predisposition.
b. It is higher among men than it is among women.
c. It occurs less among Hispanics than in Asians.
d. It doubles among those with an affected first-degree relative.
Ans: d. It doubles among those with an affected first-degree relative.
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a. ventricular flutter c. atrial fibrillation b. tachycardia d. atrial flutter
A client with a BMI of 32 has a positive pregnancy test. What is the maximum number of pounds that the nurse will advise the client to gain during the pregnancy?
a. 20 b. 25 c. 28 d. 40
The nurse recognizes that clients may have strengths and resources that they can use to combat health threats. These strengths and resources are called:
a. protective factors. c. defense mechanisms. b. activities of daily living. d. holistic interventions.
An 85-year-old widower who was recently admitted to a nursing home for increased supervision had become more confused at home and had recently left a potholder in the oven, which caused a small fire
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