Patients with a primary immune deficiency are usually at a greater risk for developing:
a. Malnutrition
b. Diabetes
c. Malignancies
d. Human leukocyte antigens (HLAs)
Ans: a. Malnutrition
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1. To make good decisions 2. To avoid ethical dilemmas 3. Of the special responsibility they assume when caring for the sick 4. Carry out hospital policies
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A couple discusses their childbirth preparation options with the nurse. They want the father to be actively involved, and for the expectant mother to avoid medications during the birthing process. What is the nurse's best response?
A. "The hospital will follow your wishes." B. "The Leboyer method will provide what you want." C. "The Bradley method will meet your needs." D. "The Lamaze method will be easy to follow."
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1. "This sounds like your child is depressed; depression looks different in children and is very serious." 2. "This sounds like bipolar disorder; you might want to have your child tested by a child psychiatrist." 3. "This could be attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD); you might want to have your child tested." 4. "This sounds like typical 7-year-old behaviors to me; if they do not resolve, have your child tested."