A nurse suspects a client might be abusing anabolic steroids. Which of the following signs might a client exhibit that would indicate abuse of anabolic steroids? Select all that apply
A) Uncontrolled rage
B) Jaundice
C) Inability to concentrate
D) Acne
E) Severe depression
Ans: A, B, C, D, E
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A client abusing anabolic steroids might exhibit the following signs: uncontrolled rage, severe depression, suicidal tendencies, malignant or benign liver tumors, aggressive behavior, inability to concentrate, personality changes, acne, jaundice, anorexia, male-pattern baldness, fluid and electrolyte imbalances, and muscle cramps.
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a. A 36-year-old who is prescribed long-term steroid therapy b. A 55-year-old receiving hypertonic intravenous fluids c. A 76-year-old who is cognitively impaired d. An 83-year-old with congestive heart failure
A nurse is assessing a teenage client and suspects that the client has been sexually abused. Which question will prompt a response that will aid the nurse in making an accurate assessment?
1. "Has anyone touched you in a way that made you feel uneasy or uncomfortable?" 2. "How is your relationship with your parents and older siblings?" 3. "Do you have any bruises anywhere on your body?" 4. "Do you like to dress in provocative outfits?"
A basic method of fixing belief whereby the person obstinately adheres to beliefs already held is called:
a. authority. c. tenacity. b. a priori. d. reasoning.
In the context of electrolytes, which of the following statements is true about calcium in the body?
A. Excessive amounts of calcium in the blood cause hyperexcitability of nerve and muscle fibers (tetany). B. When given intravenously, calcium is usually administered in the form of calcium chloride or calcium gluconate. C. A deficiency of calcium produces muscle weakness and may lead to cardiac and respiratory failure. D. The normal serum concentration of calcium ranges between 5.0 and 6.5 mEq/l.