A patient tells the nurse a maternal grandparent had type I diabetes. Which part of the client's record should the nurse document the information in?
A. Health practices.
B. Past medical history.
C. Genogram.
D. Present health/illness.
Answer: C
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1. Unable to afford hospitalization 2. Acutely ill 3. Chronically ill, disabled, or recuperating 4. Not covered by medical insurance
When is surgical remedy for cancer most successful? (Select all that apply.)
a. Cancer is detected early. b. The tumors are fast growing. c. Cancer cells have invaded only a nonvital structure. d. Lymph glands have not been involved. e. Cancer cells are confined to only two areas.
A 74-year-old woman has been recently diagnosed with osteoporosis and has made a follow-up appointment with her care provider at the encouragement of her daughter
The patients states that her daughter has recommended that she ask about hormone therapy as a treatment for osteoporosis. The nurse at the clinic should understand which of the following facts about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for the treatment of osteoporosis? A) The potential adverse effects of HRT are now believed to exceed therapeutic benefits. B) The therapeutic benefits of HRT have been found to be overstated in the literature. C) HRT remains a key intervention in the treatment of mild to moderate osteoporosis. D) HRT is now seen as safer alternative to other pharmacological interventions.
All of the following strategies help create a climate of inclusion EXCEPT
A. Incorporate a philosophy of "no innocent bystanders" into interpersonal dynamics B. Create or act on opportunities to work with diverse people C. Limit exposure to members of dominant cultures D. Use inclusive language that honors difference or potential difference