The nurse is talking with a 78-year-old client who has chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) and has described excessive use of cough medicine. The nurse should
teach the client that this excessive use can make him more susceptible to respiratory infections by:
A. Decreasing clearance of secretions.
B. Decreasing his immunity.
C. Causing less fluid intake.
D. Decreasing nutritional intake.
A. Decreasing clearance of secretions.
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a. Public record b. Proof of adherence to standards c. Evidence of omission of care d. Documentation of time lapses e. Evidence by only the plaintiff
When there are differences among and between cultural groups in a country, this diversity can contribute to social problems because of misunderstanding and unfamiliarity with different cultures. This is BEST described as:
a. acculturation c. ethnocentrism b. cultural diversity d. oppression
The nurse determines that additional instruction is needed when a patient diagnosed with scleroderma says which of the following?
a. "Paraffin baths can be used to help my hands." b. "I should lie down for an hour after each meal." c. "Lotions will help if I rub them in for a long time." d. "I should perform range-of-motion exercises daily."
Substance abuse among adolescents is influenced most by
1. Family-related factors, such as genetics, family stress, and parenting styles 2. Positive media messages 3. Socioeconomic level 4. Peer pressure