Hepatitis B immune globulin is administered to provide passive immunity to:
1. Infants born to HBsAg-positive mothers
2. Household contacts of hepatitis-B virus infected people
3. Persons exposed to blood containing hepatitis B virus
4. All of the above
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A) Place the patient in a room with roommates. B) Turn the lights to low illumination. C) Close closet doors. D) Leave the television on at all times.
More than 100 different ethno-cultural groups reside within the United States, and numerous traditional health beliefs are observed among these groups. Traditional beliefs related to the maintenance of health are likely to include
a. Avoidance of natural events such as a solar eclipse b. Practicing silence, meditation, and prayer c. Protection of the soul by avoiding envy or jealousy d. Understanding that a hex, spell, or the evil eye may cause illness or injury
Besides therapy groups, the other main type of client-focused group in psychiatric nursing is the:
a. work group b. support group c. orientation group d. friend group
A 51-year-old female client has been reading health magazines and is aware of the fact
that menopausal women are more susceptible to coronary artery disease (CAD). The client arrives at a health care facility eager to know more on the prevention of CAD. What instruction should the nurse offer to help prevent the client from being susceptible to CAD? A) Avoid foods rich in carbohydrates B) Emphasize on crossing legs when sitting C) Emphasize on elevating feet when sitting D) Avoid sugary foods