While discussing coronary heart disease risk factors with a group of factory employees, the nurse includes which options as modifiable risk factors?
Select all that apply.
1. hypertension
2. diabetes mellitus
3. obesity
4. age
5. heredity
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3
A person can make a choice to modify hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and obesity by controlling them through medications, weight control, diet, and exercise. Hereditary and aging effects on coronary heart disease cannot be changed.
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1. "Go ahead and use the phone. I know this pending divorce is stressful." 2. "You know better than to break the rules. I'm surprised at you." 3. "It is after the 10:00 p.m. phone curfew. You will be able to call tomorrow." 4. "A divorce shouldn't be considered until you have had a good night's sleep."
When a nurse is pushing or pulling a client, which of these positions should the nurse assume?
a. Stand near the client with both feet firmly planted. b. Stand near the client, and place one foot partially ahead of the other. c. Lean into the client, and move the client with a swift motion. d. Lean away from the client, and apply maximum pressure.
During the administration of the abnormal involuntary movement scale, the nurse should
a. have the client sit with hands over the head. b. ask the client to protrude the tongue. c. have the client lie prone on the floor. d. direct the client to touch the nose with the tip of each finger.
An 82-year-old woman with renal failure is seen in the clinic. The provider should question the patient about the intake of which of these substances that can cause renal toxicity?
a. Ibuprofen c. Losartan b. Captopril d. All of the above