During discussion of family, the client speaks about an adult son who is a practicing homosexual. The client expresses concern about this son, stating: "I am so worried about him and I know he is going to hell
" What is the most important fact for the nurse to consider in formulating a response to this client's concern? A)
Normal sexuality is described as whatever behaviors give pleasure and satisfaction to those adults involved.
B)
Sexual development is genetically determined, and not affected by environment.
C)
What is considered normal sexual expression varies among cultures and religions.
D)
Since alternative lifestyles are now so well accepted in society, this parent should not feel so much concern.
C
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1. data. 2. instruments. 3. populations. 4. samples.
The nurse is planning an in-service about urinary infections for a group of new graduate nurses. Which of the following should be included in the presentation?
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The nurse is caring for several patients postoperatively following abdominal surgery. Which patient will benefit the least from the use of incentive spirometry?
a. Middle-aged male with a history of smoking since high school b. Elderly female with type 2 diabetes c. Middle-aged female with a history of chronic respiratory disease d. Adolescent female with atelectasis