Antibiotic resistance is becoming prevalent as a health problem. Some risks associated with antibiotic resistance include:
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Treating an antibiotic-resistant infection may require using drugs that are less effective, more toxic to the patient, and more expensive.
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What would be included in the assessment of the education subsystem of a community? (Select all that apply.)
1. Graduation and dropout rates 2. Libraries in the community 3. Number of public bus routes 4. Bookstores in the community 5. Educational issues
An older patient dying of end-stage pulmonary disease and dementia receives narcotic medication for chronic pain. Currently the patient is restless and grimacing. How should the nurse interpret these assessment findings?
1. The patient is in pain. 2. The patient has an undiagnosed personality disorder. 3. The patient needs nonpharmacological pain management approaches. 4. The patient is not experiencing any difference in pain level and no adjustments are needed.
Which intervention will prevent severe blood volume depletion that can lead to renal failure?
A. Measuring urine specific gravity B. Encouraging clients' adequate intake of fluids C. Strict intake and output measurements D. Daily body weighing using the same scale
The nurse instructs the male client that which one of the following is the protocol for testicular self-examination?
a. Perform the examination annually after age 35 years. b. Use both hands to roll the testicles and feel the consistency. c. Perform the examination before bathing or showering. d. Contact the physician if a cordlike structure is felt on the top and back of the tes-ticle.