A child with muscular dystrophy has developed kyphosis. What should the nurse emphasize when teaching the parents of this child?
A) Prevent falling when attempting to stand
B) Expect a decrease in cognitive abilities
C) Be alert for the possibility of respiratory infection
D) Prevent gaining excess weight
Ans: C
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a. Milia b. Meconium c. Amniotic fluid d. Vernix caseosa
Which statement best describes the relationship between genes and chromosomes?
a. Chromosomes and genes are completely independent of each other. b. Genes are involved in meiosis only, and chromosomes are involved in mitosis only. c. Chromosomes are composed of genes, which are DNA segments controlling heredity. d. Absence of a single gene is unimportant; absence of a chromosome results in cell death.
When caring for an infant with an upper respiratory tract infection and elevated temperature, an appropriate nursing intervention is to:
a. Give tepid water baths to reduce fever. b. Encourage food intake to maintain caloric needs. c. Have child wear heavy clothing to prevent chilling. d. Give small amounts of favorite fluids frequently to prevent dehydration.
After teaching a group of students about the various models used in program evaluation, the instructor determines that the students have understood the teaching when they state that which of the following is the most basic model?
A) Quality health outcomes model B) Donabedian model C) ANA model D) Omaha system model