An infant has been diagnosed with failure to thrive (FTT) classified according to the pathophysiology of defective utilization. The nurse understands that the reason for the FTT is most likely related to what?
a. Cystic fibrosis
b. Hyperthyroidism
c. Congenital infection
d. Breastfeeding problems
ANS: C
FTT classified according to the pathophysiology of defective utilization is related to a genetic anomaly, congenital infection of metabolic storage disease. Cystic fibrosis would be related to the pathophysiology of inadequate absorption, hyperthyroidism would be related to the pathophysiology of increased metabolism, and breastfeeding problems are related to inadequate caloric intake.
You might also like to view...
The daughter of a severely depressed patient asks the nurse "What do you think about the relationship between depression and physical illness? Since my mother has been grieving over my father's death, she has had colds, shingles, and the flu, and
she's usually not one to get sick.". The answer that best reflects the current thinking about psychoimmunology is: a. "It is probably a coincidence. Not much evidence is available that emotions like grieving make one prone to physical illnesses.". b. "You might be paying more attention to your mother since your father died, and you are noticing more things such as minor illnesses.". c. "So far, the research on emotions or stress and becoming ill more easily is unclear—we just do not know for sure if there is a link.". d. "Emotions and stress are believed to interfere with white blood cell production and can increase the likelihood of infectious diseases.".
A patient received maintenance doses of fluphenazine decanoate (Prolixin Decanoate) 25 mg IM every 2 weeks for 2 years. The clinic nurse notes the patient is grimacing and seems to be constantly smacking her lips
On the next clinic visit, the patient's neck and shoulders twist in a slow, snakelike motion. The nurse should suspect the presence of ________ and should __________. a. agranulocytosis…check the patient's complete blood count for changes b. tardive dyskinesia…administer the Abnormal Involuntary Movement Scale c. Tourette's syndrome…consult the patient's physician about a neuro evaluation d. anticholinergic effects…consult the physician about possible medication changes
The nurse realizes that the primary goal of a cultural assessment is to:
1. Minimize client distress resulting from unmet cultural expectations 2. Provide care that is in concert with the client's cultural expectations 3. Identify cultural beliefs and traditions that are important to the client 4. Blend Western nursing practice with the client's cultural expectations
An example of a primary prevention intervention in a chemical plant would be a
1. Health fair for all employees and their families. 2. Support group for employees who want to overcome problems with alcohol. 3. Weight-reduction program for overweight individuals. 4. Yearly physical examinations for all employees.