When discussing sexuality with the older adult, the nurse remembers that:
1. Older men are infertile.
2. Older women lose interest in sexual activity after menopause.
3. The phases of sexual response can take longer to occur.
4. Sexual activity is to be avoided after heart surgery.
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Rationale: Older men remain fertile into old age.
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The health care facility has elected to make a significant change in organization strategy. The change has been thoroughly researched and all levels of leadership have been included in the decision
Which roles are commonly undertaken by the nurse manager when such a change is necessary? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Disciplinarian 2. Resister 3. Fact manager 4. Liaison 5. Support person 6. Discussion leader
Which strategy would promote a high rate of success on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN®) examination?
a. Since the exam is time limited, skip questions when unsure of the answer and return later if time permits. b. Work quickly through the exam to answer as many questions as possible. c. Mark questions that may need to have the answer reviewed to make it possible to quickly go back and make change after answering all questions. d. Read the entire question and all possible answer options before selecting an answer.
A nurse works with a diverse population. This nurse can conclude that care planning has been successful when
a. all patients meet the objectives set forth. b. high levels of compliance are demonstrated. c. patient care plans are culturally relevant. d. patients understand what is expected of them.
Many disorders require multiple drugs to treat them. The more complex the drug regimen, the less likely the patient will adhere to it. Which of the following interventions will NOT improve adherence?
1. Have the patient purchase a pill container with compartments for daily or multiple times-per-day dosing. 2. Match the clinic appointment to the next time the drug is to be refilled. 3. Write prescriptions for new drugs with shorter times between refills. 4. Give the patient a clear drug schedule that the provider devises to fit the characteristic of the drug.