The average age for onset of anorexia nervosa is _____ years old
a. 13
b. 17
c. 33
d. 40
B
Anorexia nervosa usually is not seen before puberty, with an average age of onset of 17 years. This disorder is seldom seen after the age of 40 years.
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Which statements indicate that further teaching is needed on these two diagnostic procedures? Select all that apply. 1. "Chorionic villus sampling carries a lower risk of miscarriage." 2. "Amniocentesis can be done earlier in my pregnancy than CVS." 3. "Neither test will conclusively diagnose sickle-cell disease in our baby." 4. "The diagnosis comes sooner if we have CVS, not amniocentesis." 5. "Amniocentesis is more accurate in diagnosis than the CVS."
A registered nurse recently went to work for a health care organization that uses the SOAP format for documentation. The nurse charts the following: Discuss alternatives for pain control. Which component of SOAP did the nurse chart?
a. S b. O c. A d. P
Which neurologic test or procedure requires the nurse to determine whether an informed consent has been obtained from the client before the test or procedure?
a. Measurement of sensation using the pin-prick method b. Computed tomography of the cranial vault c. Lumbar puncture for cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) sampling d. Venipuncture for autoantibody analysis
The nurse is working with a client who is seeking a family and medical leave. Which of the following is an eligibility requirement of the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993? The employee must:
A. Work at least 40 hours per week. B. Have been employed for at least one month. C. Work for a company with less than 50 employees. D. Furnish a physician's statement that verifies the need.