Phantom pain occurs as a result of
A) acute illness.
B) tissue damage.
C) multiple medical problems.
D) amputation.
D
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Rank the order in which a nurse, when teaching clients about the initial alarm reaction to stress,
should present the following facts: A. The heart rate and blood pressure increase, airways dilate, and the liver releases glucose for fuel. B. The threat message goes to the hypothalamus, which communicates chemically with the pituitary gland. C. Adrenaline, noradrenaline, and other catecholamines enter the bloodstream. D. The initial alarm reaction, known as the fight or flight response, occurs when the individual perceives a threat to survival. E. Acetylcholine is released and activates hormones for the adrenal medulla.
The nurse planning to implement a tai chi program at a senior center is meeting resistance by program attendees. How should the nurse respond to the resistance?
1. "Tai chi is the only type of exercise that will benefit the immune response in older people." 2. "There is no research to show that tai chi has benefits, but just getting out and moving helps." 3. "Studies have shown that tai chi will help reduce the levels of IgG and IgM in the circulatory system." 4. "Studies have been shown that tai chi is beneficial to cardiorespiratory function, mental control, flexibility, and the immune system."
The nurse assesses several risk factors for skin tears on the admission of a 90-year-old resident, which include: (Select all that apply.)
a. incontinence. b. bruised areas. c. obesity. d. prolonged use of corticosteroids. e. history of congestive heart disease.
A nurse had a dialogue with a client that focused on the beliefs and values that determine how the client acts and behaves. These beliefs and values are known as which of the following?
A) Values B) Rituals C) Ethics D) Worldviews