A patient who became blind in the left eye because of an industrial accident says, "I still have one good eye, and I can still do a lot." What should the nurse realize this patient is demonstrating?
A. Acceptance
B. Remorse
C. Denial
D. Anticipatory grieving
Answer: A
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a. Personalized b. Individualized c. Holistic d. Organic
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Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Should the children be screened for this disease? 2. Should the children be allowed to make their own decision about testing? 3. Should the testing be considered reliable? 4. Should other adult members of the family be informed? 5. Should testing be repeated?
A postpartum mother questions whether the environmental temperature should be warmer in the baby's room at home. The nurse responds that the environmental temperature should be warmer for the newborn
This response by the nurse is based on which of the following newborn characteristics that affect the establishment of a neutral thermal environmental? Select all that apply. 1. Newborns have a decrease in subcutaneous fat. 2. Newborns have a thick epidermis layer. 3. Flexed posture of the term newborn 4. Blood vessels are closer to the skin. 5. Newborns have an increase in subcutaneous fat. Correct
Which is an important item to consider when opening an independent pharmacy?
A. Computer system B. Medications C. Positive attitude D. All of the above