According to the National Institutes of Mental Health (NIMH), which is the leading cause of disability among adults?
a. Schizophrenia
b. Major depression
c. Obsessive-compulsive disorder
d. Anxiety
ANS: B
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1. It represents kyphosis and is a common curvature in older patients. 2. It represents kyphosis, for which emergency surgery is indicated. 3. It is called scoliosis and is a normal curvature in the elderly. 4. This is an expected finding in all women.
The nurse gives priority to assessing an older patient who presents with symptoms of acute respiratory distress for which other condition?
a. Substernal chest pain b. A history of panic attacks c. Any known allergies d. Bruising on the chest
Liza is breastfeeding her 2-month-old son and has an infection that requires an antibiotic. What drug factors influence the effect of the drug on the infant?
1. Maternal drug levels 2. Half-life 3. Lipid-solubility 4. All of the above
A patient has a venous ulcer. The person needs repositioning at least:
a. Every hour b. Every 2 hours c. Every 4 hours d. Every shift