A student asks the healthcare professional to describe exotoxins. Which statement by the professional is best?
a. Exotoxins are contained in cell walls of gram-negative bacteria.
b. Exotoxins are released during the lysis of bacteria.
c. Exotoxins are able to initiate the complement and coagulation cascades.
d. Exotoxins are released during bacterial growth
Ans: d. Exotoxins are released during bacterial growth
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a. Family history, hypertension, stress, and age b. Personality type, high cholesterol, diabetes, and smoking c. Smoking, hypertension, obesity, diabetes, and high cholesterol d. Alcohol consumption, obesity, diabetes, stress, and high cholesterol
A woman who is postmenopausal is in the clinic complaining of urinary incontinence and wants to know why this is occurring. Otherwise she has no other complaints. What response by the nurse is best?
A. "I'm not sure; let's ask the physician why this could occur." B. "Low estrogen levels after menopause causes the urinary tissues to atrophy." C. "Most older women experience some incontinence." D. "You may have a urinary tract infection or other medical problem."
Which of the following actions by a nurse who works with older adult clients in an assisted living facility is most likely to inhibit healthy aging?
A) Discussing current events with clients who read and watch television. B) Placing a bib on each client during meal times to ensure clients maintain a clean appearance. C) Challenging clients to learn new skills and develop preexisting talents. D) Facilitating introductions between new and existing clients.
Effective communication skills or nursing actions when caring for the patient with dementia is/are: (SELECT ALL ANSWERS THAT APPLY)
A) Document all changes in the patient's condition. B) Keep televisions and radios on whenever possible to encourage patient interaction. C) Allow more time for performing cares. D) Emphasize "reality orientation." E) Encourage in dependent decision-making. F) Provide group therapy opportunities