A young patient has been diagnosed with testicular cancer. He and his wife had been trying to conceive a child for several months. What information does the nurse give the couple about sperm storage?
A. Arrangements for sperm storage should be made as soon as possible after diagnosis
B. Sperm collection should be completed after radiation therapy or chemotherapy
C. Two or three samples should be collected 6 days apart
D. Saving sperm prevents fears related to ED.
Answer: A. Arrangements for sperm storage should be made as soon as possible after diagnosis
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A young adult client is concerned because the healthcare provider states that the client is demonstrating signs consistent with early onset of osteoporosis
Which health promotion activities are appropriate for this client? A) Suggest stopping all physical activity. B) Recommend reducing the intake of diary in the diet. C) Instruct on increasing intake of calcium and vitamin D. D) Discuss the use of estrogen replacement therapy.
The nurse is caring for a child with acute renal failure. What laboratory findings should the nurse expect to find? (Select all that apply.)
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A patient whose symptoms of mild depression have been managed with antidepressants is concerned about the affect of accepting a promotion that will require working the night shift
What will be the basis of the response the nurse gives to address the patient's concern? a. The connection between a new job and possible depression does exist. b. The medication can be adjusted to manage any increase in depression. c. The interruption in normal wake-sleep patterns can influence mood disorders. d. The change in sleep routine can be managed with a healthy sleep hygiene routine.