The administration of hepatitis B vaccine is an example of
a. disease prevention c. disease management
b. health promotion d. risk assessment
A
The administration of hepatitis B vaccine is an example of an immunization against a communicable disease with a focus on preventing the disease. Health promotion is a broad concept involving action that enhances the quality of life. Disease management involves the treatment of pre-existing health alterations. Risk assessment is the collecting of data to identify and prevent complications related to health issues.
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A) it may take approximately 6 months for her periods to return. B) she will probably not have a normal menstrual cycle. C) she will most likely not have periods and will not need birth control. D) she should have started her periods by now so the nurse will report this finding to the physician.
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a. Discuss stump management and prosthe-ses. b. Ensure informed consent is on the chart. c. Determine the patient's goal for pain con-trol. d. Administer the preoperative antibiotic.
By which age should the nurse expect an infant to be able to pull to a standing position?
a. 6 months b. 8 months c. 11 to 12 months d. 14 to 15 months
Corticosteroid administration may cause an increase in FHR.
a. true b. false