A patient has herpes simplex 2 viral infection (HSV–2). The nurse recognizes that which of the following should be included in teaching the patient?
A) The virus causes "cold sores" of the lips.
B) The virus may be cured with antibiotics.
C) The virus, when active, may not be contracted during intercourse.
D) Treatment is aimed at relieving symptoms.
Ans: D
Feedback: HSV-2 causes genital herpes and is known to ascend the peripheral sensory nerves and remain inactive after infection, becoming active in times of stress. The virus is not curable, but treatment is aimed at controlling symptoms. HSV–1 causes "cold sores," and varicella zoster causes shingles.
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A) The patient faces a significant risk of malignancy. B) The patient has a myeloid form of leukemia. C) The patient has a lymphocytic form of leukemia. D) The patient has a major risk factor for hemophilia.
In which scenarios would the nurse assume that apparent consent has been provided?
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. The patient follows directions to swallow sips of water as the nurse inserts a nasogastric tube. 2. The patient's family member signed the consent to treat. 3. The patient smiled and held out his arm when the nurse said, "I need to start an intravenous line." 4. The patient voluntarily signed a consent form for an invasive procedure. 5. An unconscious patient is brought to the hospital following a motor vehicle accident.
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a. "Increased levels of potassium do not significantly affect blood pressure." b. "Too much potassium can result in a dangerous rise in blood pressure." c. "You can achieve the same benefits from low-sodium, high-potassium foods." d. "You can try them for a while to see if you feel they are effective."