The method that attempts to identify the determinants of disease in individuals is referred to as:
1. Descriptive epidemiology
2. Analytic epidemiology
3. Intervention study
4. Ecological study
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Analytic epidemiology is directed toward understanding the etiology of the disease.
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1. Severe stomach cramping 2. Decreased bowel sounds 3. Enlargement of the liver 4. Esophageal reflux
A patient tells the nurse that he's happy that his wife did not "catch" the same cold from which he has recently recovered. The nurse realizes that what most likely occurred in his wife?
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The nurse is obtaining preoperative assessment data. Which of the following should be included? Select all that apply
1. Current health status 2. Allergies 3. Current medications 4. Mental status 5. Previous surgeries
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1. Headache 2. Nausea 3. Vomiting 4. Changes in blood pressure 5. Loss of hearing