The nurse is evaluating the outcomes of nursing care given a patient with a sexually transmitted infection (STI). The nurse verifies that the patient: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected
Select all that apply. 1. Had an identified infection.
2. Could identify the mode of transmission.
3. Would never cope with the infection.
4. Could recognize the symptoms of an STI.
5. Would not disclose the STI to her partner.
1,2,4
Rationale 1: The infection must be identified and cured, if possible. If not, supportive therapy is provided.
Rationale 2: The woman and her partner should be able to describe the infection, its method of transmission, its implications, and the therapy.
Rationale 3: The woman should cope successfully with the impact of the diagnosis on her self-concept.
Rationale 4: The patient must be able to recognize the symptoms of an STI.
Rationale 5: If treatment of her partner is indicated, the woman must understand that it is necessary to prevent a cycle of reinfection.
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What is resonancy? A) Nonlinear domain without temporal or spatial attributes B) Concerns the continuous and mutual processes between human and environmental fields C) Continuous and innovative diversity of human and environmental field patterns D) Continuous change from lower- to higher-frequency wave patterns in human and environmental energy fields.
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a. message, sender, channel, receiver, and feedback b. facial expression, tone of voice, and gestures c. verbal, written, and nonverbal d. speaker, listener, and reply
Which of the following occurs in respiratory distress?
A) Speaking in sentences of 10–20 words
B) Skin between the ribs moves inward with inspiration
C) Neck muscles are relaxed
D) Patient torso leans posteriorly