An 18-year-old male presents with complaints of a penile discharge and dysuria for 3 days. The most likely potential diagnosis is probably:
A) Sexually transmitted disease (STD).
B) Orchitis.
C) Spermatocele.
A
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Which of the following should be included by the nurse during client teaching to improve client outcomes for a client receiving antihyperlipidemic drugs? Select all that apply
A) Measures to minimize gastrointestinal upset B) Consultation with a dietitian for assistance with diet teaching C) Emphasis on the fact that drug therapy alone will significantly lower blood cholesterol levels D) Focus on the importance of taking drug exactly as prescribed E) Instruction in possible adverse reactions and signs and symptoms to report to primary health care provider
Mr. Miller is a 46-year-old patient who becomes restless during the history and says, "I don't have time for all of this conversation. I've got to get back to work.". Your most appropriate re-sponse would be to:
a. remember (acknowledge) his anger and proceed with the history and examination. b. ask another open-ended question and in-sist on an answer. c. ask questions about his anger and move closer to him. d. ignore his displeasure and become more assertive about getting answers.
Why is vitamin K given by injection to the newborn?
a. Most mothers have a vitamin K deficiency that develops during pregnancy. b. Bacteria that synthesize vitamin K are not present in newborns. c. Vitamin K prevents the synthesis of prothrombin. d. The newborn does not store vitamin K.
A patient being assessed for cardiac illness states, "My previous doctor told me I had a type D personality.". How would the nurse interpret this information?
1. The last physician must have been a psychiatrist. 2. The patient thrives in a high-stress environment. 3. The patient probably avoids social contact and focuses on negative emotions. 4. This patient has been treated for depression.