A resident at the assisted living facility reports continued anger about the loss of her husband to a younger, more attractive woman 4 years ago. She further asserts this is responsible for both her physical and social decline
Which of the theories of aging is supportive of this position?
A) Jung's Theory of Individualism
B) Erickson's Developmental Theory
C) Disengagement Theory
D) Activity Theory
A
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The fetus obtains its nutrient supply from the:
a. umbilical vein. b. umbilical arteries. c. amniotic fluid. d. none of the above.
A written planned of care for each client is required by
A) The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations B) The National Institutes of Health C) The American Association on the Accreditation of Colleges of Nursing D) The American Nurses Association
The components of the nephron include the: (select all that apply)
a. loop of Henle. b. renal corpuscle. c. proximal tubule. d. renal pelvis. e. convoluted tubule.
A patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease who is placed on corticosteroid therapy asks the nurse what the medication does. Which of the following responses by the nurse is best?
a. "The medication causes your airways to dilate." b. "The medication is an expectorant that helps you cough up secretions." c. "It is an anti-infective and helps kill bacteria." d. "It is an anti-inflammatory agent that reduces the swelling in your airways."