Patients at high risk for developing significant coronary heart disease are those with:
1. LDL values between 100 and 130
2. Systolic blood pressure between 120 and 130
3. Class III angina
4. Obesity
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Sam, aged 65, is started on L-dopa for his Parkinson's disease (PD). He asks why this is necessary. You tell him:
a. "L-dopa is neuroprotective." b. "The primary goal of therapy is to replace depleted stores of dopamine." c. "This is the only drug that can provide symptomatic benefit." d. "This is the initial monotherapy drug."
Which statements should the nurse include in the definition of mental health during a health maintenance fair for pediatric clients? Select all that apply
1. Mental health is the change in thought that occurs during childhood. 2. Mental health is foundational to a sense of personal well-being. 3. Mental health does not impact physical health. 4. Mental health involves successful engagement in activities. 5. Mental health changes over time.
The nurse brings a meal tray to a psychotic client in his hospital room. The client refuses the meal and says, "I'm not eating any more poisoned food while I'm vacationing here. I'm starting on a fast to stay healthy and alive." Which nursing intervention would be most appropriate initially?
A. Taking the tray away and canceling all meals until further notice B. Having the client eat with other clients in the community dining room C. Eating some of the food from the client's tray to prove that it isn't poisoned D. Telling the client that the psychiatrist will be called for a prescription for a tube feeding