When planning interventions that will be used when providing care for a rural client, which characteristic of rural life should the nurse anticipate? Select all that apply
a. Lack of anonymity
b. Higher prevalence of high-risk occupations
c. Churches and schools as socialization centers
d. Preference for interacting with outsiders
A, B, C
Characteristics of rural life include lack of anonymity, higher prevalence of high-risk occupations, churches and schools as socialization centers, and preference for interacting with members of own community.
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A) A client with dementia B) A client with a tracheostomy C) A client with anorexia D) A client with diabetes
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a. the assessment will identify risk factors that will influence the client's locus of control. b. the nurse's assessment will validate other data that has been collected. c. it helps determine the impact of stress on the client's mental well-being. d. it provides information about how much the client believes she can influence or control her personal health.
Why might a vitamin supplement be indicated in the client's case?
a. All children should take vitamin supplements. b. Because of an expected growth spurt at this age, 2 ½-year-olds should take vitamin supplements. c. As a picky eater, he may lack a sufficient amount of vitamins for growth. d. Providing a vitamin supplement will make his mother feel better about his health.
A nurse has conducted a medication reconciliation of a new client and notes that the client has taken both benzodiazepines and buspirone over the past several months. The nurse would be justified in believing that the client has a history of:
A) Depression B) Psychosis C) Anxiety D) Mania