A nurse's neighbor says, "I saw a news story about a man without any known illness who died suddenly after his ex-wife committed suicide. Was that a coincidence, or can emotional shock be fatal?"
The nurse should respond by noting that some serious medical conditions may be complicated by emotional stress, including: (select all that apply)
a. cancer.
b. hip fractures.
c. hypertension.
d. immune disorders.
e. cardiovascular disease.
ANS: A, C, D, E
A number of diseases can be worsened or brought to awareness by intense emotional stress. Immune disorders can be complicated associated with detrimental effects of stress on the immune system. Others can be brought about indirectly, such as cardiovascular disease due to acute or chronic hypertension. Hip fractures are not in this group.
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a. A nursing program that emphasizes the development of a strong disciplinary iden-tity. b. Programming that stresses discipline-based research. c. Partnerships with health care to develop software for the reporting of adverse events. d. An interdisciplinary program for nurses, pharmacists, and medical practitioners that emphasizes collaborative learning teams.
The family of a dying client has informed the nurse that their religion requires a ritual bath be given by members of the faith after death
Since the hospital unit is very busy and there is an acute need for every bed, how should the nurse respond to this request? A) Arrange for supplies and privacy for the family. B) Allow the family to give the bath, but give them a 1-hour deadline for completion. C) Tell the family that the bath will have to take place after the body is removed from the hospital. D) Notify the mortuary of the family's request.
Name the three characteristics of all cancers.
What will be an ideal response?
Which nonverbal skill would suggest the patient could be physically or emotionally ill?
a. Open posture b. Nodding while listening c. Maintaining eye contact d. Lack of grooming