The misuse of a person, substance, or situation is called ________________
ANS:
abuse
Abuse includes child, domestic partner, elder, and sexual. Neglect of the vulnerable is also considered abuse.
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I'm so lucky my doctor prescribed it because I just know it will treat my problem." The nurse suspects this drug will be more effective than usual for this patient because of what effect? A) Cumulative effect B) First-pass effect C) Placebo effect D) Cross-tolerance effect
Which of the following is not one of the content motivation theories?
a. Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory b. Alderfer's expectancy-relatedness growth theory c. Equity theory d. McClelland's manifest needs theory
You are studying with a group of medical-surgical nursing students. They are having difficulty understanding the lecture on the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland. You explain it to them
a. What is the relationship between the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland? b. Explain why the pituitary gland is considered the "master" or "boss" gland. c. What is the function of the pituitary gland and what are the hormones secreted? d. What are the hormones secreted from the hypothalamus gland? e. What is the feedback loop that the pituitary gland is involved in?
A client comes to the clinic with a wound that does not seem to be healing. Which assessments should the nurse make on this client specific to the wound? (Select all that apply.)
a. Client's height and weight b. Diet and nutritional history c. Long-term use of steroids d. Size of the wound and amount of drainage e. Smoking and alcohol intake