An adolescent male tells the nurse that he is afraid his penis will be damaged because he masturbates every day. The nurse's response is based on what knowledge?
A) Masturbation is not a normal activity. C) Masturbation may delay puberty.
B) Only adult men masturbate. D) Self-stimulation is a normal activity.
D
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Which statement about aggression would accurately serve as a basis for care planning?
a. Brain injury or disorders are often blamed for, but rarely contribute to, violence. b. Some people are biologically predisposed to become irritated or angry more easily. c. Aggression is an innate behavior rather than a learned response to frustration. d. Mature persons with patterns of effective coping almost never behave violently.
A client with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is being weaned from ventilatory support. Which nursing actions are appropriate for this client?
Select all that apply. A) Increase percentage of oxygen being provided through the ventilator. B) Place in the Fowler position. C) Provide morning care during the weaning procedures. D) Begin weaning procedures in the morning. E) Medicate with morphine for pain as needed.
Which assessment findings increase a client's risk for suicidal ideation or behavior? Select all that apply
A) Substance abuse B) Age 59 C) Plays golf twice a week D) Widowed for 6 months E) Recently started a new job
The nurse is caring for a client with early shock. The nurse understands that which mechanism in the body is maintaining the client's blood flow?
A) The kidneys respond to poor perfusion by activating the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system. B) Baroreceptors respond to the increase in heart rate by increasing sympathetic outflow to the heart and blood vessels. C) The body's blood vessels are constricted as a result of parasympathetic stimulation. D) The cardiovascular center in the brain responds by slowing the pulse and increasing cardiac contractility.