Which activity described below illustrates the concept of secondary prevention?
a. Annual mammogram
b. Nutrition classes on low-fat cooking
c. Education on living with diabetes mellitus
d. Cardiac rehabilitation after coronary artery bypass surgery
ANS: A
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An appropriate response is: A. "No, those aren't bugs! That is just pepper." B. "Don't eat them then if you believe those are bugs. Eat the toast instead. There are no bugs on the toast." C. "I see no bugs; only pepper. I will get you a new plate of food." D. "There are no bugs! Nobody else sees bugs!"
Which of the following patients is at the highest risk for hyperosmolar hyperglycemic syndrome?
a. An 18-year-old college student with type 1 diabetes who exercises excessively b. A 45-year-old woman with type 1 diabetes who forgets to take her insulin in the morning c. A 75-year-old man with type 2 diabetes and coronary artery disease who has recently started on insulin injections d. An 83-year-old, long-term care resident with type 2 diabetes and advanced Alzheimer's disease who recently developed influenza
The nurse is planning the coding for a triage disaster plan. Which colors should the nurse use for this plan?
Select all that apply. 1. white 2. red 3. yellow 4. black 5. green
The best approach to increase tolerance to weight loss is:
1. Follow a strict meal plan for as long as possible 2. Aim for a weight loss of 1/2 to 1 pound per day 3. Restrict fluid intake to avoid water retention 4. Be physically active