While conducting a mental status history, the nurse notes that the patient is articulate, makes spontaneous comments, and speaks at a normal rate. For which section of the history is this information important?
A) Appearance and behavior
B) Mood
C) Thoughts and perceptions
D) Speech and language
D
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As the nurse enters a patient's room, the nurse finds her crying. The patient states that she has just found out that the lump in her breast is cancer and says, "I'm so afraid of, um, you know."
The nurse's most therapeutic response would be to say in a gentle manner: a. "You're afraid you might lose your breast?" b. "No, I'm not sure what you are talking about." c. "I'll wait here until you get yourself under control, and then we can talk." d. "I can see that you are very upset. Perhaps we should discuss this later."
As part of a routine physical examination, a 60-year-old patient's primary care provider has ordered blood work that includes cholesterol levels. What result would most strongly suggest the need for treatment with an antihyperlipidemic drug?
A) Elevated LDL levels B) Elevated HDL levels C) A high ratio of HDL to LDL D) Low VLDL levels
Which statement describes the impaired nurse who is in a peer assistance program?
a. The nurse has a revoked nursing license. b. The nurse does not have to notify her employer. c. The nurse will be allowed to work as a nurse under supervision. d. The nurse will be reported to the Healthcare Integrity and Protection Data Bank.
Which of the following health problems continues to increase in school-aged and adolescent children?
a. Contagious diseases b. Obesity and related problems (diabetes) c. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) d. Stomach flu (viral gastroenteritis)