A patient has been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and is experiencing pain and decreased mobility. Etanercept has been proposed as possible treatment option
Which of the following characteristics of this patient would likely preclude the use of etanercept?
A) The patient has chronic osteomyelitis resulting from a diabetic foot ulcer.
B) The patient is morbidly obese and leads a sedentary lifestyle.
C) The patient uses a topical corticosteroid when he experiences contact dermatitis on his hands.
D) The patient has a family history of cancer.
A
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The leadership team is selecting the chair of the technology committee who will be charged with leading the committee members and decision making regarding implementation of the new system. Which person is best suited for this role?
A) The vice president of nursing B) Informatics nurse specialist C) Information technology programmer D) Staff nurses affected by the system implementation
The nurse is providing teaching about accidental poisoning for the family of a 3-year-old. The nurse understands that a child of this age is at increased risk of accidental ingestion due to which sensory alteration?
A) A less discriminating sense of taste B) A lack of fully developed hearing C) Visual acuity that has not fully developed D) A less discriminating sense of touch
During a home visit, the nurse observes a mother prepare a bottle for an 18-month-old child consisting of skim milk. Which nursing diagnosis should the nurse use to base instruction for this mother?
A) Imbalanced nutrition B) Health-seeking behaviors C) Delayed growth and development D) Readiness for enhanced family coping
What statement is correct about young children who report sexual abuse?
a. They may exhibit various behavioral manifestations. b. In more than half the cases, the child has fabricated the story. c. Their stories should not be believed unless other evidence is apparent. d. They should be able to retell the story the same way to another person.