The home health nurse gives a family an overview of bronchiolitis respiratory disorder, the characteristics of which include: (Select all that apply.)
a. Inflammatory processes in the large bronchial tubes
b. Occurs most often in the late autumn
c. Usually caused by respiratory syncytial virus
d. Occurs in children younger than 2 years of age
e. Can be caused by an allergic reaction
B, C, D
Bronchiolitis is an inflammation of the small airways (bronchioles). It is usually caused by the respiratory syncytial virus in the fall of the year.
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a. Helping a depressed patient to inventory personal flaws b. Assisting a patient to change clothes after an episode of incontinence c. Allowing an anxious patient to pace in isolation and without interruptions d. Requiring a restrained patient to remain silent until restraints are removed
An African American client's health history includes hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease. What major factor accounts for the increase in these diseases among some popula-tions?
A. Lack of access to health care B. Medical insurance that fails to cover drug treatment C. Religious beliefs that conflict with health promotion activities D. Inconsistent adherence to medical regimens by African Americans
Farm residency usually refers to
1. Regions that have fewer than six persons per square mile 2. Residency outside areas zoned as "city limits," usually implying involvement in agriculture 3. Counties in metro areas with fewer than 1 million people 4. Areas adjacent to highly populated cities
The nurse is preparing to begin administration of apomorphine to a patient. Before administering, the nurse will perform a baseline assessment of the patient's (Select all that apply.)
a. mobility. b. orientation. c. intellectual ability. d. alertness. e. vital signs.