National Health Expenditure Accounts are a measure of expenditures on health care goods and services in the United States. These accounts are prepared by the National Health Statistics Group
In the most recent set of estimates, expenditures totaled what percentage of U.S. health spending?
A) 2
B) 3
C) 4
D) 5
B
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The nurse is developing and assessing a family pedigree to find if there is a need for referral to specialized genetic counseling. Which findings would indicate a need for this referral?
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. A clear autosomal pattern of inheritance for a disease is evident. 2. A family member in the current generation developed colon cancer at age 28. 3. One family member developed Alzheimer disease at age 78, another at age 82. 4. Two male family members died of myocardial infarction in their 60s. 5. As information for the pedigree was being collected, a family member asked if they were at high risk for developing macular degeneration.
The nurse is planning care for a group of clients. Which client should the nurse identify as needing the most assistance in accepting being ill?
a) A 32-year-old woman diagnosed with depression related to lupus erythematosus who discusses her medication's adverse effects with the nurse. b) A 45-year-old man who just suffered a severe myocardial infarction and talks to the nurse about concerns regarding resuming sexual relations with his wife. c) A 60-year-old woman diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease who refuses to wear an oxygen mask even though poor oxygenation makes her confused. d) An 8-year-old boy who alternately cries for his mother and is angry with the nurse about being hospitalized after a bike accident.
Mr. S is living alone at age 82 . His wife of more than 50 years died recently
Visiting his home, his nurse finds that Mr. S is eating well and maintaining his mobility but neglecting his personal hygiene. His clothes are dirty, and his body odor is strong. What should be his nurse's first action? A) Explain to Mr. S the health benefits of keeping clean B) Probe the reasons why Mr. S is not bathing or doing laundry C) Offer time-saving bathing tips and advice on easy methods for washing clothes D) Motivate Mr. S to take the time and trouble to keep clean
What actions by the nursing staff in a long-term care facility display an awareness of resident rights? (Select all that apply.)
a. Getting informed consent for the use of an antipsychotic medication b. Reminding the unhappy resident and fam-ily about grievance processes c. Ensuring that all residents are asked if they wish to vote in an election d. Giving residents information on the om-budsman's name and address e. Assessing residents for their ability to safely administer their medications