A 52-year-old patient states that when she sneezes or coughs she "wets herself a little." She is very concerned that something may be wrong with her. The nurse suspects that the problem is:
A) dysuria.
B) stress incontinence.
C) hematuria.
D) urge incontinence.
Answer: B) stress incontinence.
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The nurse is preparing a presentation to a local group about community health practice. Which of the following would the nurse include as most important?
A) A focus on the use of technological skills to promote client health B) Focus on health promotion and prevention of health problems C) Emphasis of care being provided to individuals rather than families or groups D) Independent practice with occasional interaction with other health providers
A 3-year-old child is brought to the emergency department with sudden onset of hoarseness, wheezing, and cough. The child has a history of asthma, but the parent is worried about an aspirated toy part
Which action by the nurse would quickly differentiate between the two? A. Administer an inhaled bronchodilator. B. Auscultate lungs for unilateral wheezing. C. Obtain a stat portable chest x-ray. D. Quickly obtain an oxygen saturation.
"I want to get pregnant as soon as possible now that I'm married," a 43-year-old female says to the nurse. Which of the following would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?
a. "Having a child will certainly cement your new marriage and give it a focus." b. "It's understandable that your 'biological clock is ticking' and time is running out." c. "You're right, once you hit menopause you won't be able to have a child." d. "We will help you, but you need to know that there are more risks for you at your age."
You have been reviewing a research article about the global burden of disease. Using your knowledge from the review of the article, this term reflects health at what level?
A) Community B) State C) Nation D) World