A clinic nurse is caring for a 19-year-old client who lost his parents in an automobile accident. The client lives with his elderly grandmother. The client turns down his acceptance to the college
As a result, the nurse should anticipate that the client may have difficulty moving through which stage of the family lifecycle?
A) Family with adolescents
B) Single young adult
C) Family in later life
D) Family launching grown children
B
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A patient has come into the radiology department to undergo testing for possible polyps. What diagnostic test may be done to diagnose this type of lesion?
A) Gastric analysis B) Barium enema C) Barium swallow D) Gastroscopy
Which staff member is the liaison between the entire healthcare team caring for a client with cardiogenic shock?
a. physician c. head nurse coordinator b. nurse d. cardiologist
From which of the following are middle range theories derived or developed?
A) Grand Theory B) Practice C) Interdisciplinary Theory D) Education
The nurse is completing an admission assessment for a client admitted to the medical unit with a diagnosis of Acute Alcohol Intoxication. When asked to describe his drinking pattern and amount, the client states, "I only drink when I am under a lot of stress." The client's response indicates what defense mechanism?
a. Regression b. Denial c. Projection d. Rationalization