The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention accomplishes its mission by working with partners throughout the nation and the world in which of the following ways? Select all that apply
1. Implementing prevention strategies
2. Detecting and investigating health problems
3. Dictating world health policy
4. Fostering safe and healthful environments
ANS: 1, 2, 4
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The nurse, teaching a class to a group of community members about the importance of weight loss in decreasing the risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus, is asked why weight loss reduces the risk associated with the development of this health problem
Which response by the nurse is most appropriate? A) "Excess body weight impairs the body's release of insulin." B) "The amount of food taken in by those who are overweight requires more insulin to adequately metabolize them, resulting in diabetes." C) "The physical inactivity associated with obesity causes a reduced ability by the body to produce insulin." D) "Thin people are less likely to become diabetic."
Which of the following findings from a woman's initial prenatal assessment would be considered a possible complication of pregnancy that requires reporting to a physician for management?
A) Episodes of double vision B) Increased lumbar curvature C) Nasal congestion and swollen nasal membranes D) Palpitations when lying on her back
A patient cries quietly while undergoing a painful treatment. The nurse realizes the treatment is painful; however, it is necessary for the patient's healing and recovery. Which ethical principle does this situation exemplify?
1. Nonmaleficence 2. Paternalism 3. Veracity 4. Respect for others
Which of the following provides the best example of a nursing-sensitive client outcome?
a. Collaboration b. Decrease in pain c. Medication compliance d. Attending psychiatric outpatient appointments