What symptoms would a client with a somatoform disorder complain of? (Mark all that apply.)
A) At least two gastrointestinal symptoms
B) Severe headaches and visual problems
C) Pain in at least four different locations
D) A sexual or reproductive problem
E) Flatus and diarrhea
A, C, D
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a. vitiligo c. melanin b. sebum d. nevi
Communication has been defined as an interactive process between the sender and receiver and can be influenced by a number of different processes. Which of the following are some of these processes that can influence communication?
a. status b. emotions c. needs d. values e. ethnicity f. education
While performing a focused cardiac assessment, the nurse auscultates an abnormal swooshing sound. Which action is most appropriate to clarify the nurse's finding?
a. The nurse uses the diaphragm of the ste-thoscope while asking the patient to take a deep breath. b. The nurse uses the bell of the stethoscope while asking the patient to lean forward. c. The nurse asks the patient about a history of heart stents. d. The nurse asks the patient about a history of cardiac dysrhythmias.
The nurse prepares a health teaching plan for the client with glaucoma. Which important nursing intervention are included for this client? (Select all that apply.)
a. Instruct the client to report changes in vision and breathing. b. Maintain sterile technique and prevent dropper contamination during administration of eyedrops. c. Include return demonstration only with geriatric clients. d. Wait 10 minutes to instill the second eye medication to be given at the same time.