Which statement is accurate related to aggravating symptoms or triggers of headaches?
A) Alcohol consumption may precipitate the onset of cluster or migraine headaches.
B) Certain foods such as chocolate or cheese may precipitate the onset of tension headaches.
C) Premenstrual hormonal fluctuations may precipitate the onset of cluster headaches.
D) Poor posture may trigger a migraine headache.
Answer: A) Alcohol consumption may precipitate the onset of cluster or migraine headaches.
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The nurse explains to parents of a child diagnosed with separation anxiety disorder that the peak age for this diagnosis is:
1. 9 months of age. 2. 2–3 years of age. 3. 5–7 years of age. 4. 7–9 years of age.
Which of the following historical events had a major impact on the funding for nursing research?
a. Development of a Nursing Research Council as part of the American Nurses Association b. Development of local, national, and international nursing research conferences by Sigma Theta Tau c. Formation of the National Center for Nursing Research d. Initiation of the Agency for Health Care Policy and Research
When caring for patients receiving dantrolene, the nurse should monitor which laboratory result?
a. Liver enzymes b. Renal function studies c. Complete blood count d. Serum electrolytes
The nurse asks specific questions about alcohol consumption when collecting data about a patient's hematologic system. What rationale would the nurse offer for these questions?
1. Excessive alcohol intake accelerates phagocytosis. 2. People who consume excessive amounts of alcohol often have vitamin deficiencies. 3. People who drink alcohol do not clot as well as those who do not. 4. Moderate alcohol consumption can help to accelerate erythrocyte formation.