A patient undergoing fertility treatments for the past 9 months learns that despite in vitro fertilization she still is not pregnant. This patient is at risk for experiencing a crisis in which component of self-concept?
a. Body image
b. Self-esteem
c. Personal identity
d. Role performance
ANS: B
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A confused but physically healthy older patient eats a diet very high in cereals and breads, with fruit only once per week and little protein. How does the patient's diet impact her current condition?
A) A lack of vitamin A can affect her night vision. B) A high-calcium diet can lead to problems with kidney stones. C) The lack of fruit in her diet can contribute to complaints of constipation. D) A high-carbohydrate diet can stimulate abnormally high release of insulin, which can add to her confusion.
A client, age 60, has obtained physician approval to begin a light exercise program that will include walking and swimming. The client questions the nurse about his ability to actually have success in physical training
What response by the nurse is indicated? A) "There may be a reduction in ability to train as a result of a lack of muscle regeneration." B) "Muscle tissue is still able to be trained effectively." C) "There will be some age-related changes, as you have lost half of your muscle mass." D) "Muscle fibers atrophy, preventing training."
A health care provider prescribes sodium fluoride drops, 0.25 mg PO daily. The medication label states: "Sodium fluoride drops 0.5 mg/1 ml." The nurse prepares to administer one dose
How many milliliters will the nurse prepare to administer one dose? Fill in the blank. Record your answer using one decimal place. ________________
A client's fetal heart rate has a sinusoidal pattern. What should the nurse consider as being the reason for this pattern? Select all that apply
1. Fetal anemia 2. Chronic fetal bleed 3. Severe fetal hypoxia 4. Maternal hypotension 5. Umbilical cord compression