A male patient in dire need of medical assistance has refused treatment, stating it is against his religion. A nurse correctly identifies and documents the patient's refusals of treatment because he is a
1. Latter Day Saint.
2. Seventh Day Adventist.
3. Christian Scientist.
4. Buddhist.
ANS: 3
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A child is brought into the clinic with symptoms of periorbital edema and dark brown rusty urine. Which nursing assessment finding would best assist in determining the cause of this problem?
A) Sore throat 2 weeks ago B) Red blood cells in the urine C) Elevation of blood pressure D) Protein elevation in the urine
The home care nurse is visiting a 6-month-old infant with bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD). The nurse assesses the child for which signs of overhydration? (Select all that apply.)
a. Edema b. Serum sodium of 140 mEq/L c. Urine specific gravity of 1.008 d. Weight gain of 1 lb in 1 week
The nurse is reviewing the chart of an elderly client before the client comes into the clinic. In this review, the nurse reads that the client has sarcopenia. Of what will the nurse expect to find the client complaining?
A) Weight loss and nausea B) Bleeding and bruising tendencies C) Hair loss and thin skin D) Lack of strength and tiring easily
When discussing the risks of obesity with a client, the nurse should discuss that the underlying risk factors for metabolic syndrome are:
1. Diabetes and elevated blood sugar. 2. Obesity and inactivity. 3. Hypertension and lack of exercise. 4. Abdominal fat and hypertension.