A patient reports having a history of gingivitis. The nurse correctly recognizes that this condition may be caused by which of the following? Select all that apply
A) Thermal extremes
B) Poor oral hygiene
C) Heredity
D) Adverse reaction to medications
E) Bacteria
Ans: A, B, D, E
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A Southern, nominally Pentecostal, African-American pediatric client is being assessed during admission. He has braided, black, kinky hair, and he celebrates Kwanzaa
The nurse should document his ethnicity and race on the nursing admission form as: 1. Ethnicity Southern, race Black. 2. Ethnicity Black, race African-American. 3. Ethnicity African American, race Black. 4. Ethnicity Pentecostal, race African-American.
A nurse has delegated the collection of vital signs, including blood pressure readings, to two unlicensed assistive personnel. What is the nurse's responsibility for the delegated care?
1. The nurse is accountable for the care that was delegated. 2. The nurse is not responsible for these vital signs. 3. The nurse is not accountable for these vital signs. 4. The nurse is responsible for re-measuring all the vital signs.
A nurse is describing the procedure for testicular self-examination (TSE) to a male client. Which statement should the nurse make to the client?
A. "A good time to examine the testicles is just before you take a shower." B. "If you notice an enlarged testicle or a lump, you need to notify the physician." C. "The testicle is egg-shaped and movable. It feels firm and has a lumpy consistency." D. "Perform a testicular exam at least every 2 months to detect early signs of testicular cancer."
Which age-related changes occur in the hematologic system? (Select all that apply.)
a. Decreased blood volume b. Decreased bone marrow production c. Decreased rate of blood cell production d. Increased immune response e. Increased clotting time