The nurse explains that Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) consists of abstinent alcoholics who help other alcoholics become and stay sober. What is the foundation of AA?
a. Psychotherapy
b. A 12-step program
c. Treatment center
d. Individual counseling
ANS: B
The foundation of AA is a 12-step program.
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A) no substitutes can be made if using the food exchange plan. B) the greatest number of calories should be from the protein group. C) the meal plan can be disregarded if "dietetic" foods are used. D) a consistent number of calories are needed each day.
Which nursing action will be included in the plan of care for a 55-year-old patient with Graves' disease who has exophthalmos?
a. Place cold packs on the eyes to relieve pain and swelling. b. Elevate the head of the patient's bed to reduce periorbital fluid. c. Apply alternating eye patches to protect the corneas from irritation. d. Teach the patient to blink every few seconds to lubricate the corneas.
A child drowned while swimming in a local lake 2 years ago. Which behavior indicates the child's parents have adapted to their loss? The parents:
a. visit their child's grave daily. b. maintain their child's room as the child left it 2 years ago. c. keep a place set for the dead child at the family dinner table. d. throw flowers on the lake at each anniversary date of the accident.
When assessing a client's incision one day after surgery show redness and warmth around the incision site. What action by the nurse is best?
a) Culture the wound. b) Apply a cool compresses TID. c) Assess for blanching. d) Note the wound edges in the client's chart.