What can be expected in terms of life expectancy for individuals who are currently diagnosed with cancer?
a. We can expect that over two thirds of adults diagnosed with cancer in the United States and Canada will survive.
b. We can expect that cancer deaths will increase because individuals are engaging in behaviors that put them at risk at higher rates than ever before.
c. We can expect that the number of men diagnosed with cancer will surpass the number of women diagnosed with cancer.
d. We can expect that the number of women diagnosed with cancer will surpass the number of men diagnosed with cancer.
Answer: a. We can expect that over two thirds of adults diagnosed with cancer in the United States and Canada will survive.
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The nurse is planning outcomes of care for a family whose infant was born with a birth defect. Which outcome statement would be the most appropriate for this family?
A) The parents will seek information regarding the birth defect. B) The parents will limit involvement with extended family members. C) The mother will return to work after 6 weeks as planned before the delivery. D) The father will learn to care for the infant so that the mother can return to work.
A brief statement of the reason the patient is seeking health care is called the:
a. medical history. b. chief complaint. c. assessment. d. diagnosis.
A strategy to improve patient care and reduce hospital costs through coordination of care is termed:
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