People in a close relationship with an addict often develop unhealthy coping mechanisms to continue the relationship. The nonaddict experiences a stress-induced preoccupation with the addicted
person's life that may lead to extreme dependence and excessive concern with the addict. This describes:
a. Obsession with the addicted
b. Codependency
c. Enabling
d. Addiction
ANS: B
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a. Tonsillitis b. Cerebral edema c. Sore throat d. Hearing loss
A nurse receives three phone calls regarding a newly admitted patient. The psychiatrist wishes complete an assessment interview. The medical doctor wants to perform a physical examination
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A patient is diagnosed with a disorder of autocrine regulation. Which explanation of this condition would the nurse provide to the patient and family?
1. "The cells that produce some of your body's hormones are not recognizing that sufficient hormone is present.". 2. "Your blood is not circulating hormones well enough to get them to the places they need to be in your body.". 3. "Some of your hormones are not able to travel to their neighboring cells to do their work.". 4. "Your nervous system is not working with your endocrine system correctly.".
The nurse performing a physical assessment of an 80-year-old client documents the structural disorder known as entropion. What occurs in this condition?
A) There is an outward turning of the eyelid caused by the aging process. B) There is drooping of the upper eyelid owing to muscle weakness or nerve damage. C) There is an inward turning of the lid margin common in older adults D) There is increased fluid pressure within the eye.