Describe common psychological responses to a diagnosis of a brain tumor
What will be an ideal response?
A diagnosis of a brain tumor often is associated with extreme physical and emotional stress and
anxiety. There are often concerns about disability, death, pain, incapacitation, loss of independence,
changes in personality characteristics, and fear of alterations in physical appearance, which can be
overwhelming for some patients. Common responses to these are anger, denial, extreme sadness,
and fear. Some patients may experience denial or anticipatory grieving.
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The client with diabetes mellitus reports having difficulty trimming the toenails because they are thick and ingrown. What should the nurse recommend to this client?
A) Make an appointment with a podiatrist. B) Offer to file the tops of the nails to reduce thickness after cutting. C) Cut the nails straight across with a clipper after the bath. D) Make an appointment with a nail shop for a pedicure.
The family of one of your patients who is comatose asks you why the physician is recommending the removal of the patient's NG tube and the insertion of a gastrostomy tube. What would be your best answer?
A) It is more comfortable for the patient. B) It is less permanent. C) Regurgitation and aspiration are less likely. D) It is easier to feed the patient.
Autosomes are the chromosomes that
a. are common to males and females. b. are inherited from the paternal side. c. determine gender. d. exist in paired forms.