The nurse is developing a teaching plan for a 60-year-old man who experienced a cerebrovascular accident (CVA). The nurse works with the client to prevent aspiration when eating. This is an example of
a. epidemiologic prevention.
b. primary prevention.
c. secondary prevention.
d. tertiary prevention.
D
Tertiary prevention is directed toward rehabilitation after a disorder already exists. The interven-tions are directed toward minimizing disability and improving quality of life.
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The main mechanism of peptic ulcer development in the GI system is
A) Helicobacter pylori bacteria found in the stomach. B) decreased perfusion of the stomach mucosa. C) GI irritants such as ASA and alcohol. D) decreased cellular immunity from various diseases.
Which of the following documents described polices and practices in the care of hospitalized children and how detrimental were these to child development and recovery? (This document brought about change in visiting rules for parents visiting their
hospitalized child.) a. Platt Report of 1959 c. Lysaught report of 1970 b. Brown Report of 1948 d. Patient's Bill of Rights
A nurse is going to visit a homebound person described as the "oldest old.". The nurse would expect:
1. The client to have Alzheimer's disease 2. The person to be more than 85 years old. 3. The client will have a chronic disease 4. The client will be in an assisted-living community.
The physician orders furosemide 60 mg IV push stat for edema. Available: 10 mg/mL. How many milliliters will the nurse administer? ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word