BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations often cause ovarian cancer
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A nurse is caring for a patient with HIV infection who has been prescribed highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART). What should the nurse warn the patient that inconsistent ad-ministration of the drug can result in?
a. HIV strain becoming resistant to the drug b. Decrease in antibodies in the circulating volume c. Addition of another antiretroviral agent to the protocol d. Rapid increase in the symptoms of AIDS
The nurse's assessment of a patient with significant visual losses reveals that the patient cannot count fingers. How should the nurse proceed with assessment of the patient's visual acuity?
A) Assess the patient's vision using a Snellen chart. B) Determine whether the patient is able to see the nurse's hand motion. C) Perform a detailed examination of the patient's external eye structures. D) Palpate the patient's periocular regions.
A nurse is teaching a parent about treating a child for scabies. Which statement by the parent indicates understanding of the treatment?
a. "I should wash all bedding and clothing as well as applying the medicine." b. "I will apply the cream to the visible burrows and areas of itching." c. "More than one application of the cream may be needed." d. "The cream may cause systemic side effects."
The nurse is discussing the topics of sex and sexuality and how to discuss these issues with a group of caregivers of adolescents. Which statement is the most appropriate for the nurse to say to this group?
A) "Teenagers spend so much time with their peers, and that is usually how they find out about sex." B) "Being honest and straightforward with teenagers will encourage them to ask their parents about subjects like sexuality." C) "Most schools have excellent programs to teach adolescents about sex and sexuality." D) "Internet resources, movies, and television have the most accurate and current information for your adolescent to learn about sexuality issues."