A female patient is receiving palliative therapy with androgen hormones as part of treatment for inoperable breast cancer. The nurse will discuss with the patient which potential body image changes that may occur as adverse effects?
a. Hirsutism and acne
b. Weight gain
c. Flushing and hot flashes
d. Alopecia and body odor
ANS: A
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A patient is recovering from a standard delivery. The nurse has just removed the epidural catheter and applied a sterile pressure dressing. What is it important for the nurse to do now?
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A set of concepts and relational propositions that state specific links between the concepts is a
a. Proposition b. Construct c. Model d. Theory
The nurse is instructing a newly pregnant client who follows a vegan eating plan about folic acid. What should the nurse include when teaching the client about this nutrient? Select all that apply
1. The best sources are fresh green leafy vegetables. 2. Overcooking foods high in folic acid is preferred. 3. Foods high in folic acid should be protected from light. 4. Cook foods high in folic acid with small amounts of water. 5. Peanuts and whole-grain breads and cereals are good sources.