During an assessment, the nurse learns that a patient has a genetic predisposition to the development of several disease processes. Which illness should the nurse realize is associated with genetic makeup?
A. Osteoporosis
B. Hypertension
C. Cancer
D. Myocardial infarction
Answer: C
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The statement "You are so thoughtful" is an example of which of the following communication skills?
a. Providing information c. Conveying acceptance b. Expressing appreciation d. Conveying reassurance
A school nurse is teaching parents how to build self-esteem in their children. Which is a recommended strategy?
A) Use praise and compliments judiciously B) Wait for your child to initiate conversation C) Focus on remedying the child's negative qualities D) Give your child many opportunities to display abilities
The nurse is caring for a patient with a healing Stage III pressure ulcer. The wound is clean and granulating. Which health care provider's order will the nurse question?
a. Use a low-air-loss therapy unit. b. Irrigate with Dakin's solution. c. Apply a hydrogel dressing. d. Consult a dietitian.
All of the following are associated with chronic pancreatitis EXCEPT:
A. repeated episodes of mild acute pancreatitis cause progressive destruction and scarring of pancreatic tissue. B. periodic elevated levels of amylase and lipase in bloodstream can be detected by laboratory tests. C. impaired digestion and absorption of nutrients. D. hypoglycemia (low blood glucose). E. hyperglycemia (higher than normal blood glucose).