Regression is best defined as:
A) A retreat to a less stressful time in the one's life
B) An immature response technique
C) An assertive response
D) A therapeutic mechanism
A
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A hospital patient who is being treated for a urinary tract infection has developed a fever. The nurse has responded by administering a dose of acetaminophen. In what way does acetaminophen contribute to a reduction in fever?
A) Acetaminophen inhibits the thermoregulatory function of the hypothalamus. B) Acetaminophen increases the production and release of interferons. C) Acetaminophen inhibits prostaglandin synthesis. D) Acetaminophen causes the lysis of fever-producing cells.
A nurse has finished teaching a patient about self-management of a new disease just diagnosed. What statements by the patient indicate to the nurse that the patient's health literacy may be a barrier to learning? (Select all that apply.)
a. "Can you write down the instructions step by step?" b. "I can't read this brochure you gave me yesterday." c. "I got admitted because I didn't know which doctor to call." d. "These instructions mix me up and frustrate me." e. "This new medication is too expensive for me to take."
A patient was positive for hepatitis B virus, although she had the disease 4 years ago and now is symptom free. What is the nurse aware is true regarding this patient?
a. Is likely to have hepatitis B again b. Now has noninfectious hepatitis c. Is an infectious carrier and always will be d. Is at risk for hepatitis E
Critical knowledge is also referred to as:
a. emancipatory. b. oppressive. c. interpretive. d. empirical.