A history of overuse or excessive force, as opposed to a fall, hyperextension, or twisting of a joint, is more likely related to which musculoskeletal injury?
a. A sprain c. A partial fracture
b. A strain d. A fracture
ANS: B
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a. Clients who are diagnosed after metastasis has occurred usually have good prognoses. b. Metastasis usually occurs when malignant cells multiply and spread to other body parts through the central nervous system. c. Metastatic patterns resulting from the same type of cancer will differ from person to person. d. Patterns of metastasis differ depending on the type of cancer.
The nurse is discussing strategies for self-care with a patient who has generalized anxiety disorder. What are some self-care strategies the nurse can encourage to promote resiliency? Select all that apply
1. Exercise 2. Hobbies 3. Good nutrition 4. Good grooming 5. A regular sleep schedule
The nurse is providing discharge instructions to the client being prescribed antipsychotic medications. Which discharge instruction will be included? Select all that apply
A) Stop the medication for any side effects. B) Double the next dose if you forget one dose. C) Talk to the physician before purchasing herbal medications. D) Take all antipsychotic medications as directed. E) Notify the physician if you have hypertension or severe muscle stiffness.
A patient is the primary caregiver for a disabled family member at home, and has now been unexpectedly hospitalized for surgery. What action can the nurse take to enhance the coping ability of the patient?
a. Ask if there is another family member who can help at home while the patient is in the hospital. b. Plan to transfer the patient to a rehabilitation unit after surgery to allow uninterrupted time to recover. c. Coordinate an ambulance transfer of the family member to an alternate family member's home. d. Ask social services to assess what the patient's needs will be after discharge to home.