The nurse is caring for a patient in the ICU who became septic from a sebaceous cyst. During a patient education session the nurse is explaining to the patient that the sebaceous glands secrete sebum through the hair follicles
Sebum consists of which of the following? Select all that apply.
A) Mucus
B) Wax
C) Serum
D) Cholesterol
E) Oil
F) Triglycerides
G) Sweat
H) Bacteria
B, D, F
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The nurse is describing the services provided by unlicensed assistive personnel as including:
1. Developing and coordinating care 2. Treatment of uncomplicated illness 3. Aspects of client care that do not require nursing judgment 4. Monitoring effects of medication on clients 5.
The nurse prepares to assess a group of clients arriving for prenatal care. Which client should the nurse identify as having the greatest need for nutrition counseling during the first prenatal visit?
a. A client with phenylketonuria b. A client entering a third pregnancy c. A 42-year-old client with a BMI of 22 d. The vegan client who has had preconception counseling
Which comment made by the client with breast cancer indicates correct understanding regarding cancer causes and prevention?
A. "I will cure my cancer by eating a low-fat diet from now on." B. "If I had breast-fed my children, this would not have happened to me." C. "I hope this doesn't increase my risk for bone cancer or lung cancer." D. "I will have regular mammograms on my other breast to detect cancer early."
Which nursing goal is most appropriate for the substance-abusing client? The client will:
A) Use acceptable amounts of legal substances. B) Allow the family to determine his plan of intervention. C) Assume responsibility for his choice to use substances. D) Learn to avoid feelings of low self-esteem.