A patient who is in a convalescent or nursing home is visited by the physician:
a) every time the patient requests
b) each week
c) each month
d) every time the nursing staff calls to report the patient's condition
e) as needed
Answer: c) each month
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Frequent monitoring of the postoperative patient's vital signs assesses which body system?
a. Gastrointestinal b. Endocrine c. Neurological d. Cardiovascular
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
An adult female says, "I don't need contraceptives, because my cycles are as regular as clockwork. I know when I should abstain from intercourse, because I do not want to get pregnant." Select the nurse's best response
a. "You are fortunate that your cycles are so regular. Most women are unable to rely on this approach to contraception." b. "You are still at risk for getting a sexually transmitted disease. Let's discuss contraceptive options that will prevent disease." c. "Many factors can change the menstrual cycle. You're fortunate to have regular cycles, but an additional method of contraception should be used to prevent pregnancy." d. "You have described the rhythm method of contraception. Women have used that method successfully for thousands of years."