A patient has had an aneurysm repair. Which activity does the nurse suggest as an example of appropriate exercise during the recovery period?
a. Playing golf
b. Washing dishes
c. Raking leaves
d. Driving a car
Answer: b. Washing dishes
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A public health nurse has been commissioned to draft a health promotion program that meets the health care needs and expectations of the community. Which of the following focuses is most likely to influence the nurse's choice of interventions?
A) Management of chronic conditions and disability B) Increasing need for self-care among a younger population C) A shifting focus to disease management D) An increasing focus on acute conditions and rehabilitation
A patient has petechiae in a few areas of the body and develops ecchymoses from even minor trauma to the skin. Which vitamin may be deficient in this patient?
a. Vitamin A b. Vitamin B12 c. Vitamin C d. Vitamin K
A patient has voiced concerns about her inability to fall asleep. When reviewing her history, what information would the nurse expect to find? Select all that apply
A) Smokes 1 pack of cigarettes daily B) Drinks coffee with all meals C) History of hyperthyroidism D) Exercises 30 to 60 minutes daily E) Works 30 hours per week
Which action by the nurse represents the ethical principle of beneficence?
A. The nurse upholds a client's decision to refuse chemotherapy for lung cancer. B. The nurse follows a plan of care designed to relieve pain in a client with cancer. C. The nurse administers an immunization to a child even though it may cause discomfort. D. The nurse provides equal amounts of care to all assigned clients on the basis of illness acuity.