An adult client's susceptibility to osteoporosis is caused by which aspect of his or her history?
a. Fractured arm at age 16
b. Active smoking
c. Vitamin D supplements
d. Weight lifting
B
A history of smoking has been identified as a risk factor for osteoporosis. A history of low-trauma fracture after the age of 50 has been identified as a risk factor. Vitamin D and weight lifting are measures that can be used to prevent this disease.
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Which statement should the nurse include when teaching a client who has end-stage renal disease about hemodialysis?
a. "Dialysis filters wastes, excess electrolytes, and water from your blood." b. "It is advised that you fast for at least 12 hours prior to the treatment.'" c. "Be sure and take any prescribed medications before each treatment." d. "Each treatment is usually done three times a week and takes several hours to complete."
Which of the following is related to the feasibility of implementing a new nursing intervention?
a. Degree of change people will need to make b. Relevance to health care practice c. Reliability and validity of the measures used d. Significance of scientific merit
Following a terrorist attack, victims are exhibiting posttraumatic stress syndrome, and care providers are exhibiting compassion fatigue. Which federal response system should be initiated?
a. Strategic National Stockpile b. Metropolitan Medical Response System (MMRS) c. Commissioned Corps Readiness Force d. National Disaster Medical System
A patient reports difficulty falling asleep most nights and is constantly fatigued. The patient does not want to take medications to help with sleep. What nonpharmacologic measure will the nurse recommend?
a. "Exercise in the evening to promote bedtime fatigue." b. "Get out of bed at the same time each morning." c. "Have a glass of wine at bedtime to help you relax." d. "Take daytime naps to minimize daytime fatigue."