The school nurse is caring for a 10-year-old girl who is having an asthma attack on the school ground at recess. What is the preferred treatment to alleviate this patient's current airflow obstruction?
A) Corticosteroids
B) Anticholinergics
C) Beta-adrenergics
D) Peak flow monitoring device
C
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The mother of a 10-year-old boy asks the nurse to discuss the recognition of puberty. The nurse should reply by saying:
a. "Puberty usually begins around 15 years of age." b. "The first sign of puberty is an enlargement of the testes." c. "The penis size does not increase until about 16 years of age." d. "The development of pubic hair precedes testicular or penis enlargement."
A valid, legally recognized claim or entitlement, encompassing both freedom from government interference or discriminatory treatment and an entitlement to a benefit or a service is defined as a _______________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The population health nurse is preparing a presentation for perimenopausal and postmenopausal female clients. Which statement by the nurse correctly describes health promotion needs of this population?
1. Calcium supplementation does not affect risk of fractures. 2. Dietary vitamin D supplementation is discouraged among this population. 3. Women should be encouraged to limit alcohol intake because it increases calcium excretion. 4. Smoking decreases calcium excretion.
Which of the following is a component of the nurse practice act followed in various states?
A) Breaches of duty owed by one person to another B) Determining the grounds for disciplinary action C) Expected action based on moral or legal obligations D) Injury due to the failure of act