The primary target of infection with the human immunodeficiency virus is the:
A) immune system.
B) lymphatic system.
C) pulmonary system.
D) central nervous system.
Ans: A) immune system.
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A patient with type 1 diabetes has had elevated blood sugar readings for several mornings in a row and it is suspected the patient is experiencing the Somogyi effect
Which of the following changes in medication or diet does the nurse anticipate will be needed for this patient? 1. addition of a protein bedtime snack 2. an increase in the morning dose of insulin 3. an increase in regular insulin sliding scale coverage 4. addition of protein at the breakfast meal
Between the years 1950 and 1967, the number of nurses and assistive personnel rose dramatically in part as a result of the influence of the
a. Children's Bureau. b. Hill-Burton Act. c. Nurse Training Act. d. Social Security Act.
When the nurse uses the technique of reflecting, what is its most important therapeutic value?
A) It discourages "yes" or "no" answers. B) It encourages the patient to explore the meaning of his/her statement. C) It enhances the patient's trust in the nurse. D) It increases the patient's interest in the nurse's advice.
The most therapeutic nursing approach when caring for an individual diagnosed with histrionic personality disorder would be to:
a. respond to all requests and meet all needs immediately to avoid increasing anxiety and stress due to poor ability to delay gratification b. wait a set period of time before responding to any nonurgent requests or needs to consistently increase ability to delay gratification c. set and communicate realistic limits regarding your availability and abilities to gradually increase frustration tolerance d. follow a specific time schedule of nursing care activities to provide the most consistent responses