A client had surgery to remove a lump in the upper region of the arm. The physician informed the client that the tumor was benign. The client asks the nurse about the chances of a favorable response to the therapy
What should the nurse's reply include? A) "A benign tumor is the result of growth of cells; if removed, it usually does not
recur."
B) "A benign tumor is the result of infection and requires regular medication."
C) "A benign tumor is the result of imbalanced metabolism and recurs gradually."
D) "A benign tumor is the result of occupational factors and may undergo
metastasis."
A
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The role of the certified nurse practitioner (CNP) has become a dominant role for nurses in all levels of health care. Which of the following activities are considered integral to the CNP role? Select all that apply
A) Educating patients and family members B) Coordinating care with other disciplines C) Using direct provision of interventions D) Educating registered nurses and practical nurses E) Coordinating payment plans for patients
The nurse is providing care to a client who is diagnosed with a personality disorder. Which finding indicates the treatment plan has been beneficial for this client?
A) The client has ceased self-mutilating behavior and bathes once a week. B) The client eats sporadically and reports being told she has been bad and does not deserve to eat. C) The client asks others for money because the client's was stolen. D) The client sits with others in lounge area conversing about current affairs.
The nurse is aware that the patient is in respiratory failure when the blood gas findings are a PaO2 of _____ mm Hg and a PaCO2 of _____ mm Hg
a. 46; 52 b. 50; 45 c. 52; 42 d. 55; 58
Paloma is a healthy 20-year old student at Fresno State who weighs 138 pounds (lbs). What is her Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for protein?
a. 45 grams per day b. 50 grams per day c. 80 grams per day d. 110 grams per day