Living with constant itching or pain is stressful, and patients may lose sleep because they are uncomfortable. Because of these and other factors, people with skin conditions may need ________ support.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
psychological
Psychological support may be needed when an individual lives with the stress of constant itching or pain. He or she may lose sleep and be very uncomfortable.
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If only a small volume of sperm is discharged into the vagina, an insufficient amount of enzymes might be released when sperm encounters the ovum. In that case, pregnancy would probably not result, because:
1. Peristalsis of the fallopian tube would decrease, making it difficult for the ovum to enter the uterus. 2. The block to polyspermy (cortical reaction) would not occur. 3. The fertilized ovum would be unable to implant in the uterus. 4. Sperm would be unable to penetrate the zona pellucida of the ovum.
__________ is a major challenge for adults because energies are not concentrated on the self, and the demands can create feelings of anxiety, isolation, inadequacy, and helplessness
a. Adulthood b. Adolescence c. Childhood d. Parenting
While providing medication, the client states that one pill does not look the same as the medication she takes at home. What should the nurse do?
1. Tell the client that the physician ordered the drug. 2. Check with the nursing supervisor. 3. Clarify the order with the physician. 4. Give the medication to the client.
A 28-year-old pregnant woman is spilling sugar in her urine. The physician orders a glucose tolerance test, which reveals gestational diabetes
The patient is shocked by the diagnosis, stating that she is conscientious about her health, and asks the nurse what causes gestational diabetes. The nurse should explain that gestational diabetes is a result of what etiologic factor? A) Increased caloric intake during the first trimester B) Changes in osmolality and fluid balance C) The effects of hormonal changes during pregnancy D) Overconsumption of carbohydrates during the first two trimesters