An adult client recalls being taught by parents that breakfast is "the most important meal of the day." The nurse interprets this statement as an example of which of the following types of factors that affect nutrition?
1. religion
2. lifestyle
3. physiological
4. developmental stage
ANS: 2
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The demands of the nursing program have prompted David to rearrange most of his regular activities and obligations in order to ensure that he has sufficient time and energy to complete his school work
Which of the following guidelines should David follow when organizing his schedule? A) He should explain to his friends and family that he will be generally unavailable until the end of the semester. B) He should ask an instructor in the nursing program to draft an ideal schedule for him. C) He should let himself enjoy a recreational activity only if he is ahead on his school work. D) He should make sure that he allows some time for socializing and recreation.
The pediatric nurse caring for children with physical disabilities teaches the student nurse that coping mechanisms give rise to resiliency in children and their families. The nurse further notes that attributes of resilient children include which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
A. Dependence on family B. Physical abilities C. Problem-solving skills D. Sense of purpose and future E. Social competence
Which of the following best describes Peplau's theory on therapeutic use of self?
a. Putting patients' needs ahead of your own b. Providing excellent clinical skills to improve patients' health status c. Using excellent interpersonal skills to help patients improve their health status d. Self-protection through avoidance of a relationship with the patient
A nurse is preparing a patient for cardiac monitoring. Which of the following are special considerations for this procedure?
A) Open the electrode packages in advance to allow the gel to soften. B) Place the electrodes over bony prominences for best readings. C) If medical order is in place, tell the patient not to remove the transmitter during showering or bathing. D) Assess skin integrity and examine the leads every 8 hours.