On assessing a client's skin, the nurse notes the presence of several large red-blue and purple areas on the client's body that do not blanch when pressure is applied. The nurse documents this finding as:
A. Psoriasis
B. Anasarca
C. Petechiae
D. Ecchymosis
Ans: D. Ecchymosis
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What ethical principle did the new graduate violate? a. Beneficence b. Nonmaleficence c. Veracity d. Confidentiality
When screening sixth- through eighth-grade children for idiopathic scoliosis, the nurse would look for which of the following signs or symptoms?
1. Sides of the back appear different in height when bending forward. 2. Complaint of back pain when attempting to straighten posture 3. Any changes in bladder of bowel habits from usual habits 4. A variety of types of leg pain on walking—e.g., burning, sharp, dull
A client complains of eating fewer fruits and vegetables than desired because of a limited selection at the market where the client can afford to shop. Which of the following types of factors is influencing this client's nutrition?
1. cultural 2. psychological 3. physiological 4. economic
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A) respirations. B) rest. C) eating. D) sleep.