Which statement best describes the etiology of obesity?
a. Obesity primarily results from a genetic predisposition.
b. Psychosocial factors can override the effects of genetics in the etiology of obesity.
c. Obesity is the result of complex interactions between genetic and environmental factors.
d. Genetic factors are more important than environmental factors in the etiology of obesity.
Ans: c. Obesity is the result of complex interactions between genetic and environmental factors.
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a. it is not possible to determine the GFR. b. the BUN may be used to determine renal function. c. an elevated BUN/creatinine ratio can be used. d. a standardized formula may be used to calculate GFR.
On examination of a client, the nurse notes elevated, solid, brown skin lesions that are each 0.5 cm in size. The nurse would describe these lesions as
a. papules. b. plaques. c. macules. d. nodules.
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A. The client who is confused and must rely on another person for insulin injections B. The client using intensive therapy who must use insulin frequently in small doses C. The client who is visually impaired and cannot accurately draw up insulin D. The client who has frequent episodes of hypoglycemia
A nurse is evaluating a patient's self-concept. Which key indicator will the nurse use?
a. Drug abuse history b. Nonverbal behavior c. Personal journal entries d. Posts on social media