All people move along the health-illness continuum throughout their lives
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Every person moves along a health-illness continuum, between states of illness and wellness, throughout life, as well as between independence of and dependence on health care services.
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When preparing to teach a newly diagnosed diabetic client, the nurse remembers to incorporate in the teaching plan which of the following concepts regarding adult learners? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. As people mature, they move from concrete thought to independent thought. 2. Previous experiences can be used as a resource for learning. 3. An adult's readiness to learn is often related to a social role. 4. People are more ready to learn when the material is useful immediately. 5. The individual's desire to learn
The nurse is reviewing infection-prevention
measures with a patient who is receiving antineoplastic drug therapy. Which statement by the patient indicates the need for further teaching? a. "I will avoid those who have recently had a vaccination." b. "I will eat only fresh fruits and vegetables." c. "I will report a sore throat, cough, or low-grade temperature." d. "It is important for both my family and me to practice good hand washing."
The mother of a teenaged female with a severe case of acne expresses concern about her daughter's hygiene habits. Which response by the nurse is most helpful?
1. "Improving facial hygiene is the best way to treat your daughter's acne.". 2. "The most important causative factor for acne is poor diet, not inadequate hygiene.". 3. "Do you think your daughter is embarrassed by her appearance?" 4. "What are your concerns about her hygiene practices?"
A patient who was found unconscious in a burning house is brought to the emergency department by ambulance. The nurse notes that the patient's skin color is bright red. Which action should the nurse take first?
a. Insert two large-bore IV lines. b. Check the patient's orientation. c. Assess for singed nasal hair and dark oral mucous membranes. d. Place the patient on 100% oxygen using a non-rebreather mask.