Which of the following groups of women have been identified as being at high risk for endometrial cancer?
a. Postmenopausal Caucasian women, over 50, obese, and with a history of abnormal bleeding
b. Postmenopausal Hispanic women, over 40, obese, and with a history of large babies over 9 pounds
c. Premenopausal African American women, under age 40, with a history of hypertension
d. Premenopausal Native American women, over 50, thin, and with a history of multiple miscarriages
A
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A patient, newly diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, has been admitted to the short-stay unit. What salicylates does the nurse anticipate will be ordered for this patient?
A) Balsalazide (Colazal) B) Sodium thiosalicylate (generic) C) Choline magnesium trisalicylate (Tricosal) D) Salsalate (Argesic)
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a. the sound does not change with respiration. b. the sound radiates to the right side. c. she is complaining of pain with breathing. d. the sound disappears when she holds her breath.
A nurse who provides care in a geriatric setting understands the importance of promoting and facilitating sexual health and relationship needs in older adult clients
The nurse is currently conducting an intake interview and admission assessment of a new client. How should the nurse best begin the assessment of this client's sexuality? A) "If you could describe your marriage in just a few words, how would you do that, Mrs. Carvalho?" B) "Would you describe yourself as being satisfied with your sexual health, Mrs. Carvalho?" C) "I'd like to ask you some questions about sex and relationships, Mrs. Carvalho. Would you be comfortable with that?" D) "Have you given thought to ways that you want to maintain your sexual health, Mrs. Carvalho?"