An elderly client states that she paid $10,000 to a "nice repairman" for fixing her broken window and fence. This is an example of elder abuse known as:
a. Violation of rights
b. Exploitation
c. Psychological abuse
d. Neglect
B
It is estimated that approximately 10% of the elderly population are victims of this type of abuse.
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The difference between an excisional biopsy and an incisional biopsy is that an excisional biopsy involves the:
a. use of a needle to obtain fluid samples. b. removal of the entire lesion. c. taking a "bite" from the lesion for study. d. shaving of the superficial layers of the lesion.
After reviewing data collected during a community health fair the population health nurse is concerned that 500 people have an absolute risk of developing peripheral vascular disease. How should the nurse explain this risk to the community leaders?
1. Probability that any of the 500 people will develop peripheral vascular disease. 2. Probability that one of the 500 people will develop peripheral vascular disease when compared to the rest of the population. 3. The ability that the 500 people will be affected by factors that contribute to the development of peripheral vascular disease. 4. The likelihood that the 500 people will be exposed to factors that contribute to the development of peripheral vascular disease.
Which description best defines nanofabrication?
a. The study of controlling and altering matter at the atomic or molecular level b. The development of materials used in structures, electronics, and commercial products c. A subdiscipline of nanotechnology centering on the application of nanoparticles and nanoscience techniques to healthcare and clinical research d. The use of biomedical informatics techniques and tools for nanoparticle data and information to improve research in the field of nanotechnology
The nurse assesses the amniotic fluid. Which characteristic presents the lowest risk of fetal complications?
a. Bloody b. Clear with bits of vernix caseosa c. Green and thick d. Yellow and cloudy with foul odor