A patient comes to the bariatric clinic to obtain information about bariatric surgery

The nurse assesses the obese patient knowing that, in addition to meeting the criterion of morbid obesity, a candidate for bariatric surgery must also demonstrate what?
A) Knowledge of the causes of obesity and its associated risks
B) Emotional stability and understanding of required lifestyle changes.
C) Positive body image and high self-esteem
D) Insight into why their past weight loss efforts failed


B

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a. Older adults tend to fall asleep quickly but are awakened throughout the night. b. Sleep disturbances in the older adult can be caused by cardiovascular disease, arth-ritis, or diabetes. c. Benzodiazepine agents are the medica-tions of choice for sleep disorders. d. Selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) can alleviate sleep disturbances caused by depression.

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One characteristic of a profession is that it has a peer review of its practice. This is attributed to:

a. Flexner c. Manthey b. Pavalko d. Public Law 93-360

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When examining the client's external ear, a nurse palpates painless nodules on the pinna. The nurse should inquire about history of which of the following?

A. An old injury to the external ear B. Gout, sun or chemical exposure, arthritis C. Superficial infections of the outer ear D. Considered to be a normal variant of aging

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An engaged couple seek premarital counseling. A priority when assessing factors that might complicate their adjustment to marital sexual activity with each other would be:

a. history of previous sexual activity b. attitude toward engaging in psychotherapy c. cultural or religious differences d. age difference between 5 and 10 years

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