Linda, a teenager, is slightly depressed after the death of her pet cat. She presents with symptoms such as decreased appetite and shock. What is the most common method of treatment for such depression?
A. Extensive drug therapy
B. Tricyclic antidepressant therapy
C. Love and understanding of family or friends
D. Psychotherapy
Answer: C
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Identify anatomic structures that are found in the right lower quadrant. (Select all that apply.)
a. Sigmoid colon b. Portion of the ascending colon c. Portion of the descending colon d. Distended bladder e. Enlarged uterus
A client who is 6 months pregnant has sought medical attention, saying she fell down the stairs. Which scenario would cause an emergency department nurse to suspect that the woman has been battered?
a. She avoids making eye contact and is hesitant to answer questions. b. The woman and her partner are having an argument that is loud and hostile. c. The woman has injuries on various parts of her body that are in different stages of healing. d. Examination reveals a fractured arm and fresh bruises. Her husband asks her about her pain.
An older adult resident of a long-term care nursing facility frequently attempts to get out of bed and is at risk of sustaining an injury. The nurse's planned intervention to minimize the patient's risk for injury is guided by
a. the patient's right to self-determination and to be free to get out of bed. b. an understanding that nondrug interven-tions must be tried before medications. c. the knowledge that application of a vest restraint requires a physician's order. d. the patient's cognitive ability to under-stand and follow directions.
Which of the following statements about caring for patients with communicable diseases, such as severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), is true?
a. Every health care worker who comes into contact with a patient has the right to know the patient's HIV infection status. b. A nurse can refuse to care for a patient with SARS or AIDS if he or she fears for his or her own personal health. c. Strict compliance with standard precautions should be the nurse's strategy when caring for all patients. d. In known cases of AIDS or SARS, information can be disclosed without the patient's consent.