A nurse is formulating a risk nursing diagnosis. Which piece of data would be most useful?
A) Patchy hair loss, primarily occipital
B) Loss of job resulting from illness
C) Pain in joints, especially in the morning
D) Effect of illness on social activity in the community
D
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A) prevent the patient from experiencing euphoria if he drinks alcohol. B) produce unpleasant reactions if the patient drinks alcohol. C) intensify the patient's CNS depression if he drinks alcohol. D) result in a depressed mood if he drinks alcohol.
The nurse is aware that the administration of which of the following agents would precipitate strong uterine contractions that result in abortion?
A) Prostaglandins B) Mifepristone C) Methotrexate D) Misoprostol
A gerontology nurse is speaking to adults in a senior center about healthy sleep patterns. Which sleep pattern does the nurse describe as normal for this age group?
A) Taking a shorter time to fall asleep B) Having longer sleep cycles C) Taking more naps D) Spending more time in REM sleep
The school nurse practitioner is consulted by a fifth-grade teacher about a student who has become increasingly inattentive and hyperactive in the classroom. The nurse notes that the child's weight has changed from the 50th percentile to the 30th
percentile. The nurse is concerned about possible hyperthyroidism. What additional sign or symptom should the nurse anticipate? a. Skin that is cool and dry b. Blurred vision and loss of acuity c. Running and being active during recess d. Decreased appetite and food intake