An athlete who consumes more protein than the body actually needs, or uses, will store that excess protein as
a. muscles
b. fat
c. glycogen
d. glucose
Answer: b. fat
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A client presents at the health care provider's office with complaints of a bulls-eye rash on his upper leg. Which question should the nurse ask first?
1. "Do you have any cats in your home?" 2. "Have you been camping in the last month?" 3. "Have you or close contacts had any flu-like symptoms within the last few weeks?" 4."Have you been in physical contact with anyone who has the same type of rash?"
The nurse is caring for a male patient who is experiencing a crisis. In considering the plan of care, which factor will the nurse take into account?
1. Men are less likely to resist help during times of crisis. 2. Men are more likely to resist help during times of crisis. 3. Men usually access intervention only when the acute crisis has ended. 4. The most successful intervention for men during times of crisis is individual psychotherapy.
You are caring for a patient at risk for an addisonian crisis. What signs and symptoms would you monitor for? (Mark all that apply.)
A) Extreme strength B) Pallor C) Rapid respiratory rate D) Bounding pulse E) Hypotension
When preparing to complete an assessment for a 16-year-old client, a nurse should:
A. Focus on illness behaviors B. Plan for a diminished energy level C. Treat the client as an individual D. Have the parents present throughout