Which of the following statements is correct related to the concept of growth
a. Growth occurs mainly during early childhood.
b. Older adults do not experience growth-related changes..
c. Growth refers only to the increase in the size of specific organs and systems.
d. Growth occurs throughout the life cycle.
Answer: d. Growth occurs throughout the life cycle.
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A patient at risk for the development of skin cancer is discussing sun exposure prevention with the nurse. What guidelines should the nurse offer? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected
Select all that apply. 1. Limit the time spent in the sun between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. 2. Sunglasses should wrap around the face. 3. Apply a sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or more. 4. The higher the sunscreen rating, the less the protection provided. 5. When swimming, sunscreen should be reapplied every 4 hours.
Systematic discrimination against lesbians and gay men in nursing occur as a result of:
a. institutional policy. c. punitive supervisors. b. discriminatory administrative practice. d. all of the above.
The patient is being admitted to the intensive care department with multiple fractures and internal bleeding. Which of the following are considered roles of the nurse in this situation? (Select all that apply.)
a. Anticipate physical and social deficits to resuming normal activities b. Involve the family and significant others in the plan of care c. Assist in making health care resources available to the patient d. Identify the psychological needs of the patient