An elderly client's skin has become dry and flaked. Which of the following is the cause of this condition?
A) Reduction in sebum production C) Reduction in melanin production
B) Reduction in the elasticity of the skin D) Reduction in estrogen production
A
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A 60-year-old client who is on sulfonamide therapy has impaired urinary elimination. She does not want to increase her oral fluid intake because of fear of incontinence. Which of the following nursing interventions would be most appropriate?
A) Inform the client that there is no need to increase fluid intake. B) Inform the client that increasing fluid intake will not result in incontinence. C) Teach the client the times to take fluids to maintain continence. D) Increase fluid intake by 1000 mL instead of 2000 mL to avoid incontinence.
Family counseling after domestic abuse is an example of:
1. primary health care. 2. primary prevention. 3. secondary prevention. 4. tertiary prevention.
An excessive amount of dry, white flakes from the scalp is:
a. Alopecia b. Dandruff c. Pediculosis d. Hirsutism
Which of the following would be essential characteristics of a professional helping relationship?
a. Acceptance and sympathy b. Enthusiasm and energy c. Positive intent, supportiveness, and trust d. Positive regard, empathy, and genuineness