A nurse caring for adolescents who have experienced substance abuse recognizes that they are most influenced by:
a. Family-related factors
b. Positive media messages
c. Socioeconomic level
d. Peer pressure
A
Substance abuse among adolescents is influenced most by family-related factors, such as genetics, family stress, and parenting styles.
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The process by which a drug passes into the fluids of the body is called:
a. absorption. c. biotransformation. b. distribution. d. elimination.
The medical outcome study short form 36 remains the gold standard of quality of life instruments. It measures
A. Mental and social domains B. Social domain C. Physical, mental, and social domains D. Physical domain
Which of the following is an example of the relationship between demographic factors and health needs?
a. Persons with high incomes typically have nutritional problems resulting from diet choices. b. Low educational level is associated with more health promotion behaviors. c. Religion may suggest beliefs concerning use of contraception, health care, and food choices. d. Being the majority population group, young adult men help determine which service agencies are most needed.
A patient with nausea and diarrhea has not eaten anything since losing a pet to a car accident. The patient also reports having a migraine and demonstrates the inability to grieve for the pet along with a flat affect. Which personality trait should the nurse identify for this patient?
1. Negative Affectivity 2. Hypochondriasis 3. Dysthymia 4. Alexithymia