The nurse is collecting the initial history from a client with suspected esophageal cancer. What factor in this client's history increases the risk of developing esophageal cancer?
A. A high-stress occupation
B. A preference for high-fat foods
C. A 20 pack-year smoking history
D. A history of myocardial infarction
C
In the United States, the two most important factors in the development of esophageal cancer are tobacco use and alcohol ingestion.
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A. Eating foods high in calcium B. Getting plenty of rest and sleep C. Keeping the room cool at night D. Need for increased antiperspirant E. Using vaginal lubricants
A patient who has undergone a modified mastectomy with ALND has developed lymphedema. What specialist would the nurse expect this patient to be referred to?
A) Speech B) Psychologist C) Dietician D) Rehabilitation
Concept mapping may be used for all of the following reasons except
a. to develop understanding of a topic or focus b. as a tool to promote critical thinking in nursing education c. to aid in the evaluation of the nursing plan of care d. as a tool for study
Notation for mixed method research designates both priority and sequence. What type of research is identified by QUAN(qual)?
A) Sequential, qualitative-dominant design B) Sequential, qualitative-nondominant design C) Qualitative component embedded within a quantitative study D) Quantitative component embedded within a qualitative study