The person with Parkinson's disease needs protection from:

a. Falls
b. Burns
c. Poisoning
d. Cold, damp weather


A

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The young woman with severe jaundice has a nursing diagnosis of altered body image related to jaundice. When the patient says, "Will I always be this horrible color?" the nurse replies:

1. "Yes, but your sclera will return to their previous white color." 2. "No. The color will fade gradually as liver inflammation decreases." 3. "Yes, but cosmetics can disguise the color." 4. "No, the color will change to freckles."

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A patient's health practices and beliefs are part of the:

A) Psychosocial profile. B) Current health problem. C) Past health problem. D) Developmental considerations.

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Which nursing intervention is most appropriate on the first day of alcohol detoxification?

A) Strongly encourage the client to attend two AA meetings. B) Educate the client about the biopsychosocial consequences of alcohol abuse. C) Monitor the client's vital signs every 4 hours, or more frequently if necessary. D) Ensure that the client consumes 95% of his or her meals.

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