An adolescent
A. has fully developed gender identity and secondary sex characteristics.
B. has arms and legs that seem out of proportion to the rest of the body.
C. has conflicting desires for independence and dependence.
D. is capable of making good decisions.
Answer: C
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1. "Walk on bare feet to promote circulation." 2. "Wear nylon socks to keep your feet warm." 3. "Wear open-toe shoes to avoid pressure around toenails." 4. "File your toenails straight across. Avoid using scissors."
Decisions regarding the care of patients should not be based on :
a. research evidence. c. nurse values and preferences. b. clinical experience. d. patient values and preferences.
Records are an important part of the communication structure of the health care organization. Which of the following is true about records? Select all that apply
1. Records provide complete information about the client. 2. Records resolve legal issues in malpractice suites. 3. Records provide information for education and research. 4. Records allow anyone interested in a patient's progress to view a chart.
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A. Exercising the client's arms regularly B. Insisting that the client eat without assistance C. Working with the client rather than the family D. Teaching the client how to use nonpharmacologic pain-control methods