Cancer is generally the result of a collection of genetic mutations or changes, not simply a mutation in one gene
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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Through testing, a patient learns of a genetic disease that he has inherited from his parents, yet none of his other siblings have inherited the same disease
The patient tells the nurse that he has always believed his parents "didn't want him" and now he has proof. What should the nurse counsel this patient? 1. Suggest the patient talk with a counselor to discuss the results of the test and future options. 2. Ask the patient if he has ever discussed his thoughts and fears with his parents. 3. Encourage the patient to talk with his siblings about the illness and ask them for help now before he has manifestations of the disease. 4. Remind the patient that genetic testing is inconclusive, and there is a great chance that the results are wrong.
Nurse resistance to new technology may show up as any of the following EXCEPT
A. Refusing to contribute helpful ideas B. Not doing everything possible to ensure success C. Being a resource for troubleshooting problems D. Exploiting negative consequences that might arise
The nurse is caring for a patient who takes low-dose erythromycin as a prophylactic medication
The patient will begin taking cefaclor for treatment of an acute infection. The nurse should discuss this with the provider because taking both of these medications simultaneously can cause which effect? a. Decreased effectiveness of cefaclor. b. Increased effectiveness of cefaclor. c. Decreased effectiveness of erythromycin. d. Increased effectiveness of erythromycin.
The most common symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is:
a. Heartburn b. Flatulence c. Fever d. Diarrhea