What is the most common site of cancer in adult women?
a. Breast
b. Lung
c. Kidney
d. Uterus
A
The gender of the person determines the risk for some cancers and the need for early detection. The incidence of breast cancer is 31% of the reported cases of cancer.
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The nurse is caring for a patient with a history of type I diabetes. Which assessment finding indicates to the nurse that the patient may not be compliant with his diabetic treatment regimen?
a. The patient is always thirsty and frequently voids very large amounts of urine. b. The patient's urine is very concentrated with a dark amber color. c. The patient complains of throbbing flank pain and burning with urination. d. The patient has urinary hesitancy and difficulty initiating a stream of urine.
The nurse observes a new graduate nurse preparing to place an IV catheter in the patient's arm. The new graduate tells the patient, "You won't feel a thing" before inserting the needle under the skin. What ethical principle did the new graduate violate?
a. Beneficence b. Nonmaleficence c. Veracity d. Confidentiality
A school district is not requiring vaccinations for children who are starting school. The nurse realizes that this action could have which effect?
1. Healthier children 2. A reduction in the number of colds and flu in the school 3. A decrease in school costs 4. An epidemic of an illness that could have been avoided with a vaccination
Which medication should be readily available for patients receiving epidural opioids who are experiencing respiratory depression?
a) Diphenhydramine b) Ibuprofen c) Naloxone d) Aspirin