A girl with scoliosis is prescribed a body brace. The purpose of the brace is to
A) improve spinal alignment.
B) correct spinal curvature.
C) prevent herniation of a spinal disk.
D) prevent torticollis.
A
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Which of the following best states a true relationship between mental health status and age?
A) Mental health disorders most often arise in adolescence. B) Mental health problems increase in prevalence with age. C) Mental health problems are more common in the college-educated regardless of age. D) The majority of mental health patients are young adults with schizophrenia.
Which statement concerning physiologic factors is true?
a. The infant has a slower metabolic rate than an adult. b. An infant has an inability to digest protein and lactase. c. Infants have a slower circulatory response than adults do. d. The kidneys of an infant are less efficient in concentrating urine than an adult's kidneys.
What is the method of reimbursement that pays an advanced practice nurse a set fee for each
physical exam performed? A) Capitation B) Per diem reimbursement C) Per case reimbursement D) Fee for service
A patient is admitted to a hospital unit with a diagnosis of anorexia nervosa. When caring for this patient, a nurse recognizes that anorexia nervosa is characterized by which of the following? Select all that apply
1. Evidence of emaciation 2. An excessive leanness or wasting of the body 3. An accurate self-perception about body weight 4. Obsessive thoughts about body shape and weight 5. Attempts to reduce one's body weight below normal