Using a behavioral health risk survey and identifying the factors leading to obesity in the family is an example of which of the following prevention strategies?
1. Primary prevention
2. Secondary prevention
3. Tertiary prevention
4. Assessment
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Secondary prevention focuses on early detection and prompt treatment of disease, injury, or dis-ability.
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The assessment that would alert the nurse to vulvar carcinoma is
a. lichen sclerosa. b. reduced libido. c. vaginal atrophy. d. white, frothy vaginal discharge.
The client is being treated with an antiviral drug. He complains to the nurse of experiencing red, swollen gums. The highest priority action on the part of the nurse is to advise the client to:
a. perform oral hygiene several times daily. b. rinse his mouth with hydrogen peroxide. c. avoid using dental floss during hygiene. d. rinse his mouth with alcohol-based mouthwash.
The nurse is planning care for a client diagnosed with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)? Which of the following is not included in the management of this disorder?
1. Treating the underlying cause 2. Promoting gas exchange 3. Providing oxygen therapy 4. Promoting urine output
The pathogenic approach directs nurses towards
1. Promotion of greater levels of positive health. 2. Teaching about common disease processes 3. Acute care management of chronic disease. 4. Disease prevention, risk appraisal, and disease management