Mrs. Foley has a pressure ulcer on her coccyx that is 5 cm in diameter and appears as a shallow open wound that is pink in color. This a
A) Stage I ulcer.
B) Stage II ulcer.
C) Stage III ulcer.
D) Stage IV ulcer.
B
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a. A person returning to college after his employer ceased operations. b. A man who whose job is requiring him to relocate to a different city. c. A person who has been assigned more responsibilities at work. d. A man who recently separated from his wife because of marital problems.
Mark and Julie have been married for 5 years. Julie is very attractive and has recently had an affair with a neighbor. She is jealous of Mark and his career and frequently accuses him of "running around." Julie is demonstrating:
A) Identification B) Reaction formation C) Denial D) Projection/scapegoatism
A key opportunity for public health nurses to improve population-focused care is by:
a. Assuming traditional nursing roles b. Influencing public health policy c. Conducting community assessments d. Specializing in community-based nursing practice
A nurse provides a client with instructions regarding breast self-examination (BSE). Which client statements indicate an understanding of detecting lumps in the breast? Select all that apply
1. "I should inspect my breasts in a circular manner." 2. "Knowing the texture and feel of my breasts is important." 3. "I should perform BSE 1 week prior to the start of my period." 4. "When I reach menopause, I will perform BSE every 2 months." 5. "I should inspect my breasts while in a supine position, with my arms at my sides."