Which psychological or personality factor is most likely to predispose an individual to medication abuse?
A. Low self-esteem and unresolved rage
B. Desire to inflict pain upon one's self
C. Dependent personality disorder
D. Antisocial personality disorder
Answer: A. Low self-esteem and unresolved rage
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1. Laxative dependency 2. Increased incidence of cholelithiasis 3. Decreased hydrochloric acid in the stomach 4. Decreased peristalsis in the gastrointestinal tract
In order that they are clear and easily understood by other members of the health care team, the nurse recognizes that client goals or outcomes should be documented according to specific crite-rion
Of the following, the outcome statement that best meets the established criteria is: 1. "Client will describe activity restrictions." 2. "Client will verbalize understanding of treatments." 3. "Client will be ambulated in hallway 3 times each day." 4. "Client's respiratory rate will remain within 20 to 24 breaths per minute by 9/24."
After assessment and discussion with a family, a nurse had a list of 12 areas of need, none of which involved life-threatening issues. Which of the following needs should the nurse address first?
a. The area in which the nurse is most expert b. The area the family wants to address first c. The area in which the nurse is most able to obtain resources to assist d. The area that matches the agency's current marketing plan
The nurse performs a home visit for a new mother and infant. The nurse observes that the infant lacks a regular feeding schedule, has diapers that are not changed promptly, and cries for long periods of time before being consoled. Which of the following problems is the infant most at risk for encountering in the future?
a. Developing enuresis as a toddler b. Having difficulty forming relationships c. Becoming a picky eater d. Taking longer to toilet train