Research has identified a "triple threat" of circumstances that can increase the likelihood that a teenager will engage in substance use: stress, ______, and spending money.
A. depression
B. popularity
C. boredom
D. resilience
Answer: C. boredom
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A) Knowledge deficit related to preventing transmission of HIV B) Risk for infection related to immunodeficiency C) Self-care deficit related to depression D) Risk for social isolation related to fear of AIDS
When planning the care of a terminally ill patient, the nurse must include the prevention of pain and relief from discomfort. When administering pain medication, the nurse must keep in mind that:
1. narcotics have the potential for addiction. 2. pain medication must be given before the pain becomes unbearable. 3. pain medication should be given no more often than every 6 hours. 4. narcotics must be given PRN only.
Which is a characteristic of persons living in poverty?
a. Longer life expectancy b. Simple health problems c. Higher rates of chronic illness d. Fewer hospitalizations
In assessing a neonate, the nurse notices that one testicle has not descended into the scrotal sac. What is the most appropriate response for the nurse as a result of this finding?
a. Documenting the findings and referring this neonate for further examination for an undescended testicle b. Placing a finger over the upper inguinal ring and gently pushing downward to try to push the testicles into the scrotum c. Using a light source to transilluminate the affected scrotal sack to determine if fluid is preventing the descent of the testicle d. Inserting the fifth finger into the inguinal ring to palpate for a hernia that may have prevented the testicle from descending