Mr. Romanov is a 69-year-old man who was diagnosed with angina pectoris 2 years ago. With adherence to treatment, he has been largely able to maintain his chosen lifestyle
However, in recent weeks, he has been forced to limit his physical activity, take more rests, and refrain from going for walks. What phase in the trajectory model of chronic illness is Mr. Romanov currently experiencing?
A) Trajectory onset
B) Acute
C) Crisis
D) Unstable
D
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A) Cover the lesions with a topical antibiotic. B) Use a condom during sex. C) Soak in a warm bathtub. D) Proper hygiene practices need to be practiced.
The nurse is caring for a 2-month-old with cerebral palsy. The infant is limp and flaccid with uncontrolled slow, worm-like, writhing or twisting movements. How would the nurse best document these movements?
A) Spastic B) Athetoid C) Ataxic D) Mixed
Which entity establishes regulations governing nursing practice?
a. American Nurse's Association c. American Gyneco-logical Association b. National League for Nursing d. State Board of Nurs-ing
Stereotypy is characterized by
A. tactile hallucinations b. an inability to move arms and legs c. an enhanced ability to feel touch d. repeating the same behavior or movement over and over again