While collecting data, the nurse becomes concerned that a patient is at risk for developing liver cancer. What information did the nurse use to come to this conclusion? (Select all that apply.)
a. Lives in an urban community
b. Ingests four six-packs of beer each day
c. Smokes two packs of cigarettes each day
d. Has a history of chronic hepatitis B infection
e. Employed as a remote computer operator
ANS: B, C, D
Patients with a history of chronic hepatitis B infection, and heavy alcohol use or smoking have an increased risk for cancer of the liver. A. E. Home setting and employment do not increase the patient's risk for developing liver cancer.
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1. Gingivitis 2. Presence of dental caries 3. Velvety red patch on inner cheek 4. White, curd like patches on the mucous membranes
A nurse identifies that an older adult needs more education on nutritional needs when the older adult states the following:
a. "Since I am an older person, I need more calories because my metabolic rate is slower" b. "Since I am an older person, I need fewer calories since my metabolic rate is slower" c. "Even though I am an older person, I still need the same amount of nutrients in or-der to be healthy" d. "Even though I am an older person, I still need to pay attention to my diet and ac-tivity levels"
A client has the nursing diagnosis Risk for Impaired Skin Integrity related to immobility. Which nursing intervention should be identified for this client's problem?
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Which of the following statements about the World Health Organization is accurate?
A) The World Health Organization does not provide technical support for interventions or provide assistance developing nursing knowledge and skills. B) The World Health Organization can help a member state determine the drugs that are essential and will assist in developing health policy, project plans, and programs. C) The World Health Organization provides medicines and other tangible resources to its member states. D) The World Health Organization focuses on professional issues to support the development of particular health-related practitioners, such as nurses.