Which is an example of one of the components of a unit of disability-adjusted life years (DALYs)?
a. A woman who lives to be 100 years old
b. A woman who contracts HIV after working as a prostitute
c. A father with 5 children who dies at the age of 50 from malaria
d. A woman who gives birth to a premature infant
C
A male who dies from malaria at age 50 would represent 30 DALYs. Measurement is based on the potential limit for life, which has been set at 82.5 years for women and 80 years for men.
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a. Take a calcium supplement twice a day. b. Start a weight-bearing exercise program. c. Avoid strenuous activity that puts stress on the bones. d. Schedule regular healthcare checkups.
A client asks the nurse for help in learning to relax. The client claims to know about meditation and understands it is supposed to help a person relax but every time the client tries to meditate, the client is easily distracted
Considering the four major requirements that facilitate successful meditation practice, the nurse advises the client to: Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Focus on one word, object, or symbol to look at or think about if the client finds it helpful. 2. Find a position that will be comfortable to hold for a while. 3. Find a quiet place away from distractions. 4. Have a religious belief in order for meditation to be successful. 5. Pay attention to "how well the client is doing at meditating."
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