The nurse teaching a class on burn injury prevention would stress that the leading cause of fire deaths is
a. children playing with matches.
b. cigarettes igniting furniture.
c. kitchen fires igniting other combustibles.
d. space heaters igniting clothing.
B
Cigarette-related ignition of furniture and mattresses is the leading cause of fire deaths. Prevention efforts have focused on requiring manufacturers to design cigarettes with a lower propensity for ignition.
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The nurse is caring for a client who is undergoing diagnostic tests to rule out lung cancer. The client asks the nurse why a computed tomography (CT) scan was ordered. What is the best response by the nurse?
A) "The doctor prefers this test." B) "To rule out the possibility that your problems are caused by pneumonia." C) "It is more specific in diagnosing your condition." D) "Why are you concerned about this test?"
Vascular volume increases by 40% to 60% during pregnancy to:
a. Compensate for decreased renal plasma flow. b. Provide adequate perfusion of the placenta. c. Eliminate metabolic wastes of the mother. d. Prevent maternal and fetal dehydration.
Culture and social class usually set a precedent for different roles and responsibilities of each family member. Which example best demonstrates the healthiest family?
a. The father assumes the role as breadwin-ner. b. The mother assumes the role as home-maker. c. The father or mother shares the roles of breadwinner and homemaker. d. The roles of breadwinner or homemaker can be shifted as needed.
The nurse is engaged in an information teaching session with a client. Which of the following would be appropriate to instruct during an informal teaching session?
1. Expected effects of a new medication 2. Instruction on leg exercises to be used after surgery 3. How to use an incentive spirometer 4. Diet and medications to manage a new diagnosis of diabetes mellitus