A patient’s chart describes visceral pain. What does the healthcare professional understand about this term?
a. Is sharp and well-defined when transmitted by A-delta (A?) fibers
b. Is perceived as poorly localized and is transmitted by the sympathetic nervous system
c. Arises from connective tissue, muscle, bone, or skin
d. Is perceived as dull, aching, and poorly localized when transmitted by C fibers
Answer: b. Is perceived as poorly localized and is transmitted by the sympathetic nervous system
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When a nurse is counseling a woman for primary dysmenorrhea, which non-pharmacologic intervention might be recommended?
a. Increasing the intake of red meat and simple carbohydrates b. Reducing the intake of diuretic foods, such as peaches and asparagus c. Temporarily substituting physical activity for a sedentary lifestyle d. Using a heating pad on the abdomen to relieve cramping
The usual period of time that elapses between the formation of a new epidermal cell and the sloughing of its residue from the skin surface is:
a. 4 weeks. c. 3 months. b. 24 hours. d. 72 hours.
A patient in a physician's office has a single blood pressure (BP) reading of 150/92 . Should the patient be taught about hypertension?
A) It depends on the time of day the BP was taken. B) It depends on whether the patient is male or female. C) No, a single BP reading should not be used. D) Yes, this reading is high enough to be significant.