The nurse is conducting community education about stress. Which of the following statements should be made by the nurse?
a. Stress always has a negative effect on the body.
b. A moderate amount of short-term stress can make a person more efficient and goal-focused.
c. Long-term stress is useful in helping one to meet goals.
d. Stress always has a positive effect on the body.
Answer: b. A moderate amount of short-term stress can make a person more efficient and goal-focused.
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1. Pain tolerance varies greatly among people 2. Pain tolerance is the automatic reaction of the body that often protects the individual from further harm 3. Pain tolerance may increase with age 4. Pain tolerance is a painful sensation perceived in a body part that is missing 5. Pain tolerance is the amount of pain stimulation a person requires to feel pain
The nurse is conducting a child safety class for new mothers. Which factor places young children at risk for ear infections?
a. Family history b. Air conditioning c. Excessive cerumen d. Passive cigarette smoke
The nurse is asked to testify at a Congressional hearing about a public health issue affecting more than 50% of community members. In which order should the nurse prepare for this testimony?
1. Verify time limits 2. Confirm the time to register 3. Answer questions completely 4. Maintain professional composure 5. Prepare the testimony in advance 6. Thank the committee for their time 7. Dress to communicate professionalism 8. Provide written copies of the testimony 9. Present the material and avoid reading it
A nurse is performing a physical assessment on a patient taking a beta blocker. The patient complains of shortness of breath and has respirations 28/minute, BP 162/90, P 88/minute, and crackles on auscultation
The nurse understands that these signs and symptoms are consistent with which of the following health alterations? a. Pneumonia b. Left-sided heart failure c. Pulmonary embolus d. Right-sided heart failure