Which milestone indicates to the nurse successful achievement of young adulthood?
A) Demonstrates a conceptualization of death and dying.
B) Completes education and becomes self-supporting.
C) Creates a new definition of self and roles with others.
D) Develops a strong need for parental support and approval.
Answer: B) Completes education and becomes self-supporting.
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A. Skin assessment B. Otoscopic assessment C. Mental status assessment D. Gastrointestinal assessment
The nurse recognizes that a woman is in true labor when she states:
1. "I passed some thick, pink mucus when I urinated this morning.". 2. "My bag of waters just broke.". 3. "The contractions in my uterus are getting stronger and closer together.". 4. "My baby dropped and I have to urinate more frequently now.".
The nurse is working with a client who has been diagnosed with diabetes and who must learn how to self-administer insulin. Which statement regarding feedback will be most beneficial to the client?
A) "If you don't learn this, you can't be discharged." B) "You know, there are children who can learn to do this." C) "Next time, dart the needle in your skin, instead of pushing it in." D) "Maybe it would be better if we taught your spouse to help you with this?"