While reviewing data collected during a health fair, the nurse determines that a male community member should be evaluated for testicular cancer. What risk factor did the patient identify that caused the nurse to make this recommendation? Select all that apply.
A. Testicular cancer in father
B. Cryptorchidism at birth
C. Hypertension treatment
D. Two beers daily
E. 30 years old
Answer: E
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a. "I'll read the nutritional labels on food items for salt content." b. "I will drink at least 3 liters of water each day." c. "Using salt in moderation will reduce the workload of my heart." d. "I will eat oatmeal for breakfast instead of ham and eggs." e. "Substituting fresh vegetables for canned ones will lower my salt intake."
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1. Getting a massage from a licensed massage therapist for back pain, prescribed by the primary caregiver 2. Trying out a homeopathic medicine from a friend to reduce swelling in the legs 3. Getting a chiropractic treatment for low back pain due to discomforts of pregnancy without telling the primary health care provider 4. Taking an herbal preparation suggested by a health food store worker for treatment of leg pain 5. Joining a group that practices tai chi weekly to help with physical fitness and movement Correct
While making night shift rounds, the nursing assistive personnel become concerned when a patient stops breathing from 1 to 2 minutes several times during the shift
The nurse informs the nursing assistive personnel that this condition is known as which of the following? a. Cataplexy b. Insomnia c. Narcolepsy d. Sleep apnea
A patient hospitalized after an MI is restlessly moving about in bed. Her pulse, blood pressure, and respiratory rate are elevated
In a shaky voice, she tells the nurse, "I think I am going to die. The pain is gone, but it could come back anytime. Where is the doctor? Why isn't the doctor here with me?" Place the nursing interventions in the order that would make them most therapeutic. A. "I want you to breathe slowly with me, counting to 3 as you breathe in and again as you breathe out. I think this will help, but if not, I'll call your doctor.". B. "You seem very anxious, which is understandable. Your vital sounds are up a bit because you are anxious, not because there is a problem with your heart.". C. "We are watching you very closely via the monitors and will be here in moments if there is a problem, so you can rest easy now, knowing we are watching over you.". D. "A heart attack can be a very frightening experience. Would you like to talk about it with me for awhile?"