A patient tells you that ever since he lost his job he's been sleeping much later in the morning and taking naps during the day. Which of the following terms best fits this patient's description of his sleep habits?

A) Hypersomnia
B) Sleep apnea
C) Insomnia
D) Narcolepsy


A

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An older Mexican-American woman with traditional beliefs has been admitted to an inpatient care unit. A culturally sensitive nurse would:

a. Contact the hospital administrator about the best course of action. b. Automatically get a curandero for her, because requesting one herself is not culturally appropriate. c. Further assess the patient's cultural beliefs and offer the patient assistance in contacting a curandero or priest if she desires. d. Ask the family what they would like to do because Mexican-Americans traditionally give control of decision making to their families.

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What can be surmised regarding the combination of employment patterns and income levels of Hispanics living in the United States?

A. More likely to live in poverty than non-Hispanic whites B. Remain at the middle of the economic spectrum for employment C. Capable of remaining above the poverty line D. Remain at the lowest level for economic benefits

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When clients receive the rapid-acting general anesthetic ketamine, they would exhibit which of the following? Select all that apply

A) Analgesia B) Cardiovascular stimulation C) Reduced skeletal muscle tone D) Respiratory depression E) Respiratory stimulation

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Which of the following exchanges contains less than 6 grams of carbohydrate?

1. Fruit 2. Milk 3. Starch/bread 4. Vegetable

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