The ability to adapt to stress, adversity, or trauma is considered:
a. Resilience c. Self-actualization
b. Autonomy d. Flexibility
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The ability to adapt well to stress, adversity, trauma or tragedy is known as resilience. This ability is not static. It may be available to a person at some times and not others, under some threats and not others. Resiliency often requires perseverance and having an optimistic approach to overcoming a stressful situation, an internal locus of control, a sense of personal responsibility in getting through life, and minimizing risk factors.
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The first educational program in practical nursing in the United States was offered by the ________________, a church-affiliated organization that originated in Europe
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A nurse is teaching a women with genital ulcers how to care for them. Which statement by the client indicates a need for additional teaching?
A) "I need to wash my hands after touching any of the ulcers." B) "I need to abstain from intercourse primarily when the lesions are present." C) "I should avoid applying ice or heat to my genital area." D) "I can try lukewarm sitz baths to help ease the discomfort."
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A. Stomach B. Spleen C. Liver D. Lymph nodes
The nurse is preparing to administer a medication in tablet form to a patient. In administering this medication, the nurse will encourage the patient to
a. drink a large amount of water prior to administration so that swallowing is easier. b. place the medication on the front of the tongue. c. keep the head forward while swallowing. d. minimize the amount of fluid taken following medication administration.