A nurse who works in a busy, urban clinic is aware of the importance of a thorough assessment of sexual history for the women who are patients of the clinic. When initiating such assessments, the nurse should begin by:
A) Briefly explaining the health consequences of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
B) Informing the patient that she will be asked some questions about her sexual health
C) Asking the patient if she feels like she is accepting of her sexuality
D) Asking the patient if she has any friends or family who have experienced sexual health issues
B
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A) "I know I have to quit, and I'm sure that I will at some point." B) "From what I've seen, chewing is a lot better for you than smoking." C) "You can say what you want, but I just can't see myself kicking the habit." D) "I know it's bad for me, and I'm going to quit at the end of the month."
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A. Lumbar puncture B. Liver function studies C. Complete blood count (CBC) D. Peripheral blood smear
A nurse is to assess the systolic blood pressure (BP) of a client who faces the risk of impending shock. Which of the following values will indicate impending shock?
A) A systolic BP of 122 mm Hg C) A systolic BP of 91 mm Hg B) A systolic BP of 114 mm Hg D) A systolic BP of 79 mm Hg
A partial-thickness wound caused by the scraping away or rubbing of the skin is:
a. A pressure ulcer b. A laceration c. An abrasion d. A penetrating wound