The nurse is about to teach the patient about risk factors for hypertension. Which of the following are risk factors for hypertension? (Select all that apply.)
a. Obesity
b. Cigarette smoking
c. High blood cholesterol
d. Renal disease
A, B, C, D
Persons with a family history of hypertension, premature heart disease, lipemia, or renal disease are at significant risk. Obesity, cigarette smoking, heavy alcohol consumption, high blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels, and continued exposure to stress from psychosocial and environmental conditions are factors linked to hypertension.
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Which of the following is a client responsibility in the nurse–client relationship?
A) Remain nonjudgmental. B) Comply with the therapeutic regimen. C) Function as an advocate. D) Perform prescribed skill safely.
The physician has prescribed isometric exercises for a patient. The patient asks the nurse how these exercises work. The nurse uses an example to explain the physiology of isometric exercises, which is:
a. flexing the lower arm while trying to straighten it with the other hand. b. pulling the knees up to chest with the arms. c. forcefully flexing the neck to make the chin touch the chest. d. flexing the toes up toward the head while lying flat.
After a house fire, a 4-year-old child begins sucking his thumb and wetting his bed. Which of the following would be the most appropriate action for the nurse to take?
a. Explain to the child that it is important to be strong and not act like a baby. b. Explain to the family that this behavior is a normal reaction to disaster. c. Recommend admission for inpatient psychological counseling. d. Recommend behavior therapy as a means to overcome regression.
The nurse is caring for a patient with a tentative diagnosis of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). When reviewing the patient's health history, which finding supports this diagnosis?
a. Cold intolerance b. Significant weight loss c. Menstrual periods every 33 days d. Elevated serum glucose levels