Discuss three advances that promote wound healing
What will be an ideal response?
Answer:
Tissue scaffolding
Growth factors— Growth factors are polypeptides that control the growth, differentiation, and metabolism of cells. These growth factors are hormone-like molecules that interact with specific cell surface receptors to control the process of tissue repair
Skin substitutes such as topical collagen—assist wound healing by laying down a matrix that assists the deposition of new tissue and attracts cells necessary for healing.
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A subjective response that occurs when a person experiences a threat to well-being is called
a. a stressor c. anxiety b. stress d. adaptation
Mrs. Gray is a 55-year-old woman who presents with tightness, pain, and limited movement in her right shoulder. She denies any history of trauma. Her exam reveals a 75% reduction in both active and passive range of motion of the right shoulder
Mrs. Gray is also experiencing tenderness with motion and pain at the deltoid insertion. Her medical history is significant for type 1 diabetes mellitus and hypertension. Her social history reveals that she is a secretary and that she is right-handed. Based on her exam and medical history, you suspect adhesive capulitis or "frozen shoulder." Which clue in Mrs. Gray's history supports this diagnosis? a. History of hypertension b. Her affected shoulder is also her dominant arm. c. Her history of diabetes mellitus d. Her work as a secretary predisposes her to repetitive motions.
Which actions exemplify the school nurse's role as a child advocate? (Select all that apply.)
A) Injecting a child with her EpiPen during an anaphylactic reaction to peanuts B) Convincing the cafeteria manager to include low-sugar options in the lunch menu for students with diabetes C) Taking the temperature of a child who is exhibiting signs of an upper respiratory infection D) Teaching a child who has recently been diagnosed with asthma how to use an inhaler E) Instructing a group of faculty members on the proper way to respond to a child having an epileptic seizure in class
Four teenagers died in an automobile accident. One week later, which behavior by the parents of these teenagers most clearly demonstrates resilience? The parents who:
a. visit their teenager's grave daily. b. return immediately to employment. c. discuss the accident within the family only. d. create a scholarship fund at their child's high school.