While performing a physical examination, the nurse incorporates health promotion by teaching the patient about how to reduce the risk of lung cancer
The nurse explains that besides cigarette smoking, exposure to other substances may lead to this disease. Some of these substances are: (Select all that apply.)
a. arsenic.
b. asbestos.
c. radiation.
d. air pollution.
A, B, C, D
Explain to patients that exposure to radiation, arsenic, and asbestos from occupational, medical, and environmental sources; air pollution; history of tuberculosis; and second-hand smoke contribute significantly to lung cancer.
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A team of community health nurses have been commissioned to plan and implement a community-based health promotion initiative aimed at addressing obesity
During the planning stages, the nurses should be aware that the prevalence of obesity is highest in which of the following groups? A) Caucasian women B) Caucasian men C) African American women D) African American men
The nurse works to identify epidemiologic transitions in the community. Which is an example of a demographic transition?
A) High fertility and high mortality, resulting in slow population growth B) Progressive declines in mortality, as epidemics become less frequent C) High and fluctuating mortality, due to poor health, epidemics, and famine D) Further declines in mortality, increasing life expectancy, and predominance of noncommunicable diseases
The nurse is providing post-operative instructions for a female client after a mastectomy. Which information should the nurse include in the teaching plan?
A. avoid lifting more than 4.5 kg (10 lb) or reaching above her head B. empty surgical drains once a week using procedural gloves C. report inflammation of the incision site or the affected arm D. wearing clothing with snug sleeves over the arm on the operative side
A patient is being evaluated for the diagnosis of hypochondriasis. Which assessment ob-servation of the patient would serve to confirm this diagnosis?
a. Reports, "Pain in my back is certainly from a spinal tumor." b. Patient expresses no concern over her sudden loss of hearing. c. Patient shows insight into the role stress plays in the illness. d. Reports, "I don't like doctors and so I haven't been to one in years."