Female genital mutilation (FGM) is common in many African countries and certain Asian and Middle Eastern countries. A female immigrant from a country where this is often performed comes to the health department for care
The nurse knows that women who have undergone this practice: 1. Should be tested for HIV and infertility
2. May have long-term effects such as impaired urinary and menstrual functioning
3. Cannot have a pelvic exam because of their religious and cultural beliefs
4. Must be reported to the Inter-African Committee on human rights
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The long-term effects of FGM include impaired urinary and menstrual functioning.
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The nurse is caring for a patient who repeatedly talks about the role of religion in curing depression. Which approach best demonstrates the nurse's acceptance of the patient?
1. Disregard the patient's focus on religion. 2. Listen to the patient in a supportive manner. 3. Encourage the patient to consider other curative factors. 4. Share opinions regarding the role of religion in daily life.
A 22-year-old male patient developed a pulmonary embolism (PE) several days ago and has undergone a course of treatment in the hospital
Discharge has been delayed indefinitely, however, because the patient has developed pleurisy as a complication of his PE. When planning this patient's care, what outcome should the nurse prioritize? A) The patient will successfully demonstrate breathing retraining. B) The patient will adhere to his prescribed treatment regimen. C) The patient will demonstrate appropriate use of metered-dose inhalers (MDIs) with a spacer. D) The patient will experience acceptable control of his pain.
The patient has been running in a long-distance marathon on a very warm day. The patient complains of dizziness and nausea, and is taken to the hospital where she becomes lethargic. The serum sodium level is 125 mEq/L
What will be the best plan of the nurse? 1. Prepare to encourage the patient to drink fluids. 2. Prepare to administer normal saline intravenous (IV). 3. Prepare to administer 0.45% NaCl. 4. Prepare to provide a diet high in NaCl.
The nurse is reviewing the process of hemostasis after an injury with a client. Which should the nurse identify as the initial event in this process?
A. Platelets become sticky. B. Plasma proteins convert to active forms. C. The vessel spasms. D. Von Willebrand's factor is activated.