The first sign of pressure ulcer formation is
A. skin appears pale.
B. blister formation.
C. red or blue-gray discoloration.
D. a tear in the skin.
Answer: C
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1. "They tend to have a familial predisposition to this disorder." 2. "When the sick role relieves them from stressful situations, their physical symptoms are reinforced." 3. "They misinterpret and cognitively distort their physical symptoms." 4. "They express personal worthlessness through physical symptoms, because physical problems are more acceptable than psychological problems."
A client is being assessed for pilonidal sinus. Which of the following symptoms will the nurse identify as a unique characteristic of this condition?
A) Pain and swelling in the perianal area B) Purulent drainage from the gluteal fold C) Dilated pits of the hair follicles in the cleft D) Abdominal pain and fever
What is the major role of cycloplegic and mydriatic drugs? You may select more than one answer
a. For use with ophthalmic surgery b. For the treatment of conjunctivitis c. For the treatment of glaucoma d. For the facilitation of eye examinations e. For the relief of acute eye pain
The Magnet Model, developed by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, encompasses five components that illustrate the model's premise for the need to maintain an effective nursing staff in health-care agencies. One of these components is:
A. Transactional leadership B. New knowledge, innovation, and im-provements C. An all certified and bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) prepared nursing staff D. Patient-focused philosophy of care