The nurse is assessing an adolescent patient during a health maintenance visit. Which assessment finding would cause the nurse to suspect the adolescent is participating in the choking game?
1) Stomach pain
2) Red eyes
3) Chronic cough
4) Constipation
ANS: 2
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The nurse researcher has designed a univariate research study. What is often the purpose of these studies?
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What is the major health concern of children in the United States?
a. Acute illness b. Chronic illness c. Congenital disabilities d. Nervous system disorders
A client experiences bloating, gas, and diarrhea after eating ice cream or drinking milk. These symptoms are probably related to
a. hypoglycemia. b. lactose intolerance. c. inadequate fiber intake. d. diverticulitis.