A patient whose diet consists of processed food from fast-food restaurants has painful lesions at the corners of the mouth. How should the nurse document this finding?
A. Cheilosis
B. Leukoplakia
C. Gingivitis
D. Glossitis
Answer: A
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A) Endorphins B) Dopamine C) Epinephrine D) Testosterone
The postpartum client is being tested for a diagnosis of renal failure. Which assessment would the nurse most likely perform to provide data for the physician to confirm this diagnosis? (Select all that apply)
A. Urine pH B. Calculation of output C. Urine-specific gravity D. Calculation of intake E. Clean catch urinalysis
A female resident with Alzheimer's disease is undressing and fondling her breasts in the activity room. What should you do?
a. Check the care plan. b. Assist her to her room. c. Call for the nurse. d. Restrain her.
The nurse working with the mother of a newborn who has spina bifida will place the priority on helping the mother with which of the following needs?
a. emotional support for the mother b. understanding spina bifida completely c. not changing her mind about breastfeeding d. explaining this problem to family and friends