A red area that does not go away when pressure is relieved for 30 minutes is a
A. bony prominence.
B. Stage I pressure ulcer.
C. skin tear.
D. Stage II pressure ulcer.
Answer: B
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Which of the following statements best captures the relationship between the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland as it relates to endocrine function?
A) The hypothalamus directly measures the levels of most hormones throughout the body and inhibits or stimulates the pituitary accordingly. B) The pituitary gland coordinates and dictates the release of hormones from the hypothalamus that act on their intended target cells. C) The pituitary gland and hypothalamus have two-way communication that mediates the signals from neuronal inputs. D) The hypothalamus receives input from numerous sources throughout the body and directs the pituitary to then control many target glands and cells.
A patient with newly diagnosed diabetes is concerned about the risk for developing foot ulcers because the mother had a foot amputated as a result of the disease. This is an example of which of the following?
a. Health promotion b. Health practices c. Health beliefs d. Holistic health
Which observations, if documented in the medical record, would indicate that the treatment plan of a
severely depressed client has been effective? a. "Slept 6 hours uninterrupted, sang with activity group, anticipates seeing grandchild.". b. "Slept 10 hours, attended craft group, stated his "project is a mess, just like me.". c. "Slept 5 hours, personal hygiene adequate with assistance, weight loss of 1 pound.". d. "Slept 7 hours, states he feels tired all the time, preoccupied with perceived inadequacies.".
What is N-STAT?
A) A coordinated effort by the American Nurses Association (ANA) to ensure that nurses' voices are heard at the federal and state governmental levels B) A group of nurses who formed a political action committee for funding of campaigns of elected officials who support nursing efforts C) A group of individuals who formed a coalition for political reasons to enhance the pressure put on elected officials regarding specific issues D) A lobbyist group who determines what elected officials learn about particular issues that affect the medical field