If an individual has one positive ELISA, then:
1. the diagnosis of AIDS is confirmed.
2. the test is repeated in 6 to 8 months.
3. another blood sample must be obtained for testing.
4. a Western blot test is performed on the same sample.
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If the ELISA is positive, the ELISA is repeated. If the second ELISA is positive, a Western blot test is performed.
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A nurse counsels a family regarding the stage of families with adolescents. Which developmental task is appropriate for the nurse to include?
a. Maintaining relationships with the ex-tended family b. Developing parental roles to meet the needs of children c. Maintaining a satisfying marital relation-ship d. Maintaining open communication between parent and children
Which situations are exceptions to the statute of frauds principle?
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. A verbal contract for a teenager to receive $25 to mow a neighbor's lawn 2. An oral agreement to purchase a new car by making payments over the next 48 months. 3. A "handshake" agreement to sell a one-acre parcel of land 4. An agreement that the hospital will continue to provide oncology services if the current oncology specialty group breaks their contract. 5. A verbal agreement for a nurse to work in a physician's office indefinitely
A nurse caring for a hospitalized adolescent should implement which most developmentally appropriate intervention?
a. Encouraging peers to call and visit when the adolescent's condition allows b. Being sure the adolescent wears a hospital gown or pajamas throughout the hospitalization c. Discouraging questions and concerns about the effects of the illness on the adolescent's appearance d. Asking the parents how the adolescent usually copes in new situations
The nurse is working with a teenager who has insulin-dependent diabetes. This adolescent has returned to the hospital after being discharged a month ago. Both hospitalizations are because of the blood sugar getting out of control
The nurse suspects the teen is not open about the diabetes then interacting with peers. Select the statement that would be most helpful for the nurse to say. a. "Some teenagers who have diabetes don't like friends to know about it. How has it been for you?" b. "Have you told your friends and classmates about your diabetes and the need to eat in a healthier way?" c. "You really need to tell your friends and classmates about your diabetes and let them help you manage it." d. "I suspect you postpone testing your blood sugar and taking your insulin then you are with friends. Am I right?"