A patient who has a small, red, scaling lesion that is sitting on an elevated base on the forehead states the lesion began several weeks before and will not heal. What type of lesion does the nurse consider the patient is experiencing?
A. Seborrheic keratosis
B. Squamous cell carcinoma
C. Melanoma
D. Psoriasis
Answer: B
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The use of restraints for a hospitalized client is indicated in which of these situations?
a. when close observation and supervision of the client cannot be provided by nursing personnel b. when all other interventions have been tried first c. when other disciplines prefer not to deal with the client's underlying problem d. when only jacket restraints are indicated
A 58-year-old male patient with a 60 pack-year history of cigarette smoking and a history of heavy alcohol use has been diagnosed with laryngeal cancer following a physical examination and endoscopy
The patient has been scheduled for a partial laryngectomy and is highly anxious about the consequences of this surgery. What patient education should the nurse provide for this man? A) "Most people who have a partial laryngectomy find that their breathing, swallowing, and speech are unchanged." B) "After a partial laryngectomy, most patients work with a speech therapist and regain some of their ability to speak." C) "A partial laryngectomy has the advantage of having only a minimal effect on your speech." D) "Unfortunately, the nature of a partial laryngectomy means that you can no longer use your vocal cords."
Factors that place a patient at risk of developing an antimicrobial-resistant organism include:
1. Age over 50 years 2. School attendance 3. Travel within the U.S. 4. Inappropriate use of antimicrobials
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What will be an ideal response?