The most common vectorborne disease in the United States is:
1. Malaria
2. Yellow fever
3. Lyme disease
4. Rocky Mountain spotted fever
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Over 15,000 cases are reported per year. Malaria is most common worldwide.
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A client with type 2 diabetes mellitus is starting glipizide (Glucotrol) and metformin (Glucophage). Prior to giving the medication to the client, the nurse should assess for:
1. history of cardiac disease. 2. allergy to sulfonamides. 3. history of renal failure. 4. lesions on the lower limbs.
Medicare uses a prospective payment plan based on diagnosis-related groups (DRGs). What are DRGs?
A) Locally supported health care financing, usually by donations B) A public assistance program for low-income individuals C) Predetermined payment for services based on medical diagnoses D) A private insurance plan for subscribers who pay a copayment
A nurse should recognize which intervention as most appropriate within a behavioral therapy program?
A. A child is given a Popsicle for staying dry and clean. B. A child is put in time-out after soiling his or her undergarments. C. A child is allowed to remain in soiled undergarments. D. A child is taught the advantages of staying dry and clean.
MC The nurse is writing an evaluating tool for the use of the Internet for health-related information. Elements that should be included in the evaluation are: (Select all that apply.)
A. Purpose of the site. B. Owner of the site. C. Sources of financial support. D. Currency of information. E. Popularity of the site.