The nurse is care for a patient with shingles. Which statement should the nurse include in patient teaching?
a. "Herpes simplex 2 causes shingles."
b. "Shingles is caused by herpes simplex 1 virus."
c. "Varicella zoster is the virus responsible for shingles."
d. "Herpes zoster is a virus that is common in older patients."
ANS: C
Herpes zoster, or shingles, is caused by the varicella zoster virus. B. Herpes simplex 1 causes cold sores. A. Herpes simplex 2 causes genital herpes. C. This disease occurs most commonly in older patients or in those who have a diminished resistance, such as the patient with AIDS, the patient on immunosuppressant agents, or the patient with a malignancy or injury to the spine or a cranial nerve.
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a. Depth of respirations b. Bowel sounds c. Grip strength d. Electrocardiography
A nurse seeking a DNP bases the decision to do so on what information? (Select all that apply.)
1. Nursing is a discipline seeking a higher body of knowledge. 2. Nursing requires the DNP to practice in an advance role. 3. Nursing is a practice requiring skill refinement. 4. Nursing licensure is regulated by each state. 5. Nursing is a practice requiring use of evidence.
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a. Descent b. Engagement c. Flexion d. Station
The act of walking is:
a. Trochanter b. Ambulation c. Orthosis d. Range of motion