Which type of hearing loss results in an alteration in the perception of, or sensitivity to, high-pitched tones?
A. conductive
B. central
C. sensorineural
D. peripheral
Answer: C
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A six-year-old has been diagnosed with both reactive attachment and disinhibited social engagement disorders after being found living in the streets. The nurse knows that the patient will exhibit which symptoms? Select all that apply
1. Wandering from caregivers 2. Engaging in repetitive behaviors 3. Unable to seek comfort when distressed 4. Preoccupation with physical appearance 5. Fearfulness despite the absence of stressors
A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who is prescribed statin therapy. The nurse understands that this class of drugs is contraindicated in clients with which of the following conditions? Select all that apply
A) Kidney disease B) Pregnancy C) Serious hepatic disease D) Carcinoma of the breast E) Lactation
A patient diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil). What medication information should the nurse provide?
1. "Come back to the clinic after you have taken the medication for 2 full days so we can draw a blood level.". 2. "Take this first thing in the morning and do not eat for at least 45 minutes.". 3. "You may notice that your hair becomes lighter while taking this medication.". 4. "Constipation is a frequent side effect of this medication.".
While discussing assessment of suicidal patients, a novice nurse mentions, "I was taught to always base my care on concrete, evidence-based scientific reasoning and never to rely on intuition."
Which response by the experienced nurse shows understanding of intuitive reasoning? a. "That's wise, because intuition went out of favor with the scientific revolution." b. "Critical thinking and intuition are at opposite poles. Keep relying on your exper-tise." c. "It's possible that intuition about suicidality is generated by transfer of feelings from the patient to the nurse." d. "It's been determined that intuition is nothing more that extrasensory perception, so some folks have it, and some don't."