The suffix -phasia means:
a. Swallowing
b. Speaking
c. Paralysis
d. Fear
B
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A woman tells the nurse that her husband abuses her most often when he is intoxicated, just as his father had beaten him and his mother
The woman is aware of the location of a safe house and has considered leaving home with her two children, but she cites being brought up to believe "you keep quiet and stay together, no matter what happens.". She states the husband is always apologetic and remorseful after an incident. What evidence exists that the husband is at risk of becoming a perpetrator of physical abuse? He: a. is unable to make lasting behavioral changes. b. was an abused child. c. is without a job. d. experiences remorse.
Which child is most likely to be frightened by hospitalization?
a. A 4-month-old infant admitted with a diagnosis of bronchiolitis b. A 2-year-old toddler admitted for cystic fibrosis c. A 9-year-old child hospitalized with a frac-tured femur d. A 15-year-old adolescent admitted for abdominal pain
The purpose of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 was to ensure safe and healthful working conditions. Workplace inspections are usually conducted without prior notice
What type of workplace condition is the top priority for an inspection? a. Imminent dangers b. Catastrophic accidents c. Fatal accidents d. Employee complaints
The nurse is caring for a patient who is a member of the local Native American community. The patient is refusing medications and treatments in spite of repeated attempts to explain the importance of these interventions. Which is an appropriate nursing action?
a. Ask a family member about traditional healing practices that might be better accepted.
b. Enlist the help of a family member to explain the need for the medications and treatments.
c. Find a hospital staff member who is Native American to help provide teaching for this patient.
d. Suggest a Social Work consult to the patient's provider.