Retrospective designs are stronger in elucidating causal relationships than are prospective designs
A) True
B) False
B
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The client was injured in a work accident. He now has a fused spine and moves with difficulty. He wonders if he will ever be able to be intimate with his wife. The nurse tells him that he
1. will not be able to engage in sexual activity. 2. can enjoy a satisfying sex life with some adaptation. 3. will eventually return to the preinjury level of functioning. 4. will become more sexually active after recovering from the injuries.
The patient had a right mastectomy 2 years ago. She now complains of pain and swelling of her right arm. The nurse suspects:
A) Buerger's disease. B) Arterial insufficiency. C) Obstruction of lymph flow. D) Myasthenia gravis.
A nurse is caring for a patient who has been on prolonged bedrest and is now experiencing shortening and tightening of the muscles due to disuse. The nurse identifies this condition as
1. Footdrop. 2. Contractures. 3. Osteoporosis. 4. Thromboembolism.
Which assessment finding best indicates that an older adult who resides at an assisted living center has functional mobility?
a. The patient spends most of the day interacting with others in the dayroom. b. The patient spends weekends and holidays at the home of family members. c. The patient shows an interest in having his hair professionally styled. d. The patient dresses, bathes, and eats independently.