Which of the following is not a clinical symptom associated with heart failure?
A) Shortness of breath
B) Peripheral edema
C) Pulmonary edema
D) Palpitations
D
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A nursing instructor is teaching about the symptoms of agoraphobia. Which student statement indicates that learning has occurred?
1. Onset of symptoms most commonly occurs in early adolescence and persists until midlife. 2. Onset of symptoms most commonly occurs in the 20s and 30s and persists for many years. 3. Onset of symptoms most commonly occurs in the 40s and 50s and persists until death. 4. Onset of symptoms most commonly occurs after the age of 60 and persists for at least 6 years.
When the nurse wishes to pursue assessment of suicidal ideation in an elderly client, a question that
would provide valuable data is a. "What thoughts do you have about a person's right to take his or her life?" b. "Do you have any risk factors that potentially contribute to suicide?" c. "Do you think you are vulnerable to developing depressed mood?" d. "If you felt suicidal, would you communicate your feelings to anyone?"
When information is reported by the patient, it is considered to be subjective data. Which statement below is considered to be objective data?
1. The patient tells the nurse, "I have pain in my lower back." 2. Mr. Williams tells the nurse he is having trouble catching his breath. 3. Miss Sims has told the doctor she has no history of allergies to antibiotics. 4. The patient's skin is warm and dry.
The nurse prepares to assess a patient with anorexia nervosa. Which behavior should the nurse expect to assess?
1. Positive self-image 2. Constant overeating 3. Flexible rules regarding food 4. Obsessive rituals regarding food