When compared to the general population, the seroprevalence of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection in the homeless is estimated to be
1. The same
2. At least double
3. 2.5 times more
4. 3 times more
ANS: 2
When compared to the general population, the seroprevalence of HIV infection in the homeless is estimated to be at least double.
You might also like to view...
While assessing the child, the nurse uses palpation to assess: Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Texture of hair. 2. Temperature. 3. Vibration. 4. Mobility. 5. Color.
The nurse plans to seek employment in an acute care setting after graduation. Which form of communication would be most effective in applying for a position?
1. Apply to the nurse manager via e-mail. 2. Send a written letter and résumé via the mail. 3. Call the nurse manager to schedule an interview. 4. Visit the nurse manager to discuss employment options.
The nurse is preparing to increase the amount of ambulation that the patient is able to tolerate, to prepare for discharge. Which is the best method for the nurse to assess a patient's ability to am-bulate?
a. Interview the patient's visitors. b. Talk with the patient about the distance to ambulate. c. Review the patient progress notes. d. Measure the distances ambulated.
Concerned parents call the school nurse because of changes in their 15-year-old adolescent's behavior. Which behavior would the nurse indicate as indicative of adolescent substance abuse?
1. Buying baggy, oversized clothing at thrift shops and dying her hair black 2. Becoming very involved with friends and in activities related to the basketball team that she is on; never seeming to be home; and, when she is home, preferring to be in her room with the door shut 3. Receiving numerous detentions lately from teachers for sleeping in class 4. Becoming very moody, dramatically crying and weeping one minute and then being cheerful and excited the next