As the client describes her family and living situation, the nurse recognizes the family structure as that of a nuclear family. This family includes: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Cousins
2. Parents
3. Biological offspring
4. Step-children
5. An adult friend
2,3
Rationale: Cousins would be part of the extended family structure.
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A) osmosis. B) active transport. C) diffusion. D) ion exchange.
A nurse is explaining the use of griseofulvin to a patient. It will be important for the nurse to assess for the patient's use of
A) nicotine. B) coffee. C) alcohol. D) carbonated drinks.
Kegel exercises, or pelvic muscle exercises:
1. were developed to control or reduce incontinent urine loss. 2. are the best exercises for a pregnant woman because they are so pleasurable. 3. help to manage stress. 4. are ineffective without sufficient calcium in the diet.
When teaching the family about caring for a client with epileptic seizures, the nurse observes that one parent is at home with the client most of the time. The nurse suggests respite care to:
A) Give the client a reason to live. B) Help the family get shopping completed. C) Help the client visualize death. D) Reduce disproportionate caretaking burdens on individual family members.