A 50-year-old man vomiting blood-streaked fluid is admitted to the hospital with acute gastritis. To determine possible risk factors for gastritis, the nurse will ask the patient about
a. the amount of saturated fat in the diet.
b. any family history of gastric or colon cancer.
c. a history of a large recent weight gain or loss.
d. use of nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
d. use of nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
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A pregnant client says her main concern is that her baby will be born healthy, even though she admits to drinking alcohol on a regular basis. With what should the nurse realize this client is struggling?
1. Values transmission 2. Values clarification 3. Morals 4. Ethics
Which of the following is NOT a factor in determining a person's risk of contracting an infectious disease following exposure?
A) The organism's mode of entry B) The virulence of the organism C) The age and sex of the patient D) Host resistance of the individual
A 69-year-old man has been prescribed a nitrate and a calcium channel blocker for the treatment of unstable angina. When performing health education to promote adherence to his medication regimen, the nurse should emphasize which of the following?
A) The fact that the patient will likely need medications until he no longer experiences the signs of angina B) The fact that the patient should take his medications as ordered even if he feels well in the short term C) The fact that inconsistent medication use will likely cause the onset of hypertension D) The fact that he should gauge his day's dose based on how he feels that morning