Why is it important to record a complete family history during the assessment of a client's health history?
A) Because allergy to iodine is inherited
B) Because endocrine disorders are inherited
C) Because it helps determine the client's general status
D) Because diet and drug histories are related to the family history
B
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An older male adult who had radical surgery for oral cancer is refusing to see visitors and is losing weight despite aggressive nutrition therapy. The nurse assesses this man for in-effective coping related to dysfunctional grieving
Which is the most important patient outcome of nursing care implemented in response to his mental health status? a. Discusses how his coping mechanisms are overwhelmed b. Performs self-feedings through gastrostomy tube daily c. Uses nonverbal forms of communication effectively d. Exhibits self-confidence in regaining sense of control
The nurse is providing care to several patients within one smaller section of a larger unit. The nurse is near the patients' bedsides and has responsibility for all of the patients' care needs
This approach to patient care would be considered: 1. Modular nursing. 2. Functional nursing. 3. Primary nursing. 4. Case method.
A nursing instructor is teaching students about the differences between the symptoms of anorexia nervosa and the symptoms of bulimia nervosa. Which student statement indicates that learning has occurred?
A. "Clients diagnosed with anorexia nervosa experience extreme nutritional deficits, whereas clients diagnosed with bulimia nervosa do not." B. "Clients diagnosed with bulimia nervosa experience amenorrhea, whereas clients diagnosed with anorexia nervosa do not." C. "Clients diagnosed with bulimia nervosa experience hypotension, edema, and lanugo, whereas clients diagnosed with anorexia nervosa do not." D. "Clients diagnosed with anorexia nervosa have eroded tooth enamel, whereas clients diagnosed with bulimia nervosa do not."
Why are newborns more sensitive to CNS drugs?
1. They have relatively low amounts of body fluids. 2. They generally have adequate protein stores. 3. They have a higher percentage of body fat. 4. Their blood-brain barrier is not developed.