The nurse learns that a preschool-age child gained 12 lb and grown 2.5 in in the last year. What do these findings suggest to the nurse?
A) The child's weight and height are within expected patterns of growth
B) The child's weight falls within an expected range and the increase in height is less than what would be expected
C) The child's weight is above an expected range and the height is within an expected range
D) The child's weight is below an expected range and the height is above an expected range
Ans: C
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1. Calls the physician to ask if the blood pressure can be shared with the client. 2. Tell the client that the doctor will be with him shortly to discuss his BP. 3. Tell the client that the blood pressure reading must be interpreted by the physician. 4. Tell the client what the reading was and its meaning, using it as a teaching opportunity.
As part of a health promotion initiative, a public health nurse is meeting with a group of older adult residents of an assisted living facility
Which of the following teaching points about hearing loss in the elderly should the nurse include in the teaching session? A) "It is actually a myth that seniors have worse and worse hearing as they age." B) "Most hearing loss in older adults is the result of easily fixed problems, such as impacted ear wax." C) "Experts don't quite know what causes seniors to lose their hearing with age, but drugs like aspirin can contribute to the problem." D) "With older adults, the goal is to adjust lifestyle to accommodate diminished hearing rather than trying to treat the hearing loss itself."
The nurse is planning essential activities for a critically ill patient. In order to provide the least impact on oxygen consumption, the nurse would be certain the patient rests before and after which activity?
1. Abdominal wound dressing change 2. Bed bath 3. Daily weight using bed sling scale 4. Turning and repositioning
Primary, secondary, and tertiary levels of prevention help reduce risk, identify and limit disabilities, and reduce complications of mental health problems. Which exmplifies a primary prevention strategy for mental health problems?
A) Educate families and community groups about mental health issues, symptoms of stress, and barriers to seeking help B) Screen for mental health disorders C) Promote support groups for people with mental health disorders D) Initiate health-promotion activities as a part of rehabilitation services