A patient presents at the clinic complaining of hay fever. During the assessment the nurse notes that the fingernails of the patient are pitted. The nurse notes that this is a definite indication of what?
A) Eczema
B) SLE
C) Psoriasis
D) COPD
Ans: C
Feedback: Pitted surface of the nails is a definite indication of psoriasis. Pitting of the nails does not indicate eczema, SLE, or COPD.
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a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4
The primary concern with pica in pregnant patients is that:
a. Nonfood items may be substituted for nutritious foods. b. Starch consumption increases the risk of developing diabetes. c. There is a high risk of toxicity with common substances consumed with pica. d. Pica indicates severe emotional disorders that can affect the outcome of the pregnancy.
Which food, drink, or herbal supplement does the nurse warn a patient who is prescribed gemfibrozil (Lopid) to avoid?
a. Caffeinated beverages b. Grapefruit juice c. St. John's wort d. Dairy products
A school nurse is working with small groups of high school sophomores to discuss sexually transmitted diseases. The best approach to educate this age range would be:
1. To lecture, then allow for a question and answer period. 2. Having media and handouts to engage the students. 3. Having media and letting the students create information that they feel is pertinent to understand the material. 4. To provide information in handouts.