A 54-year-old client fears that her husband is cheating on her. She reports that they have infrequent sex (one time per month or less). She cannot understand why their once-active sex life has dwindled
She reports not enjoying sex as much as she used to. What essential piece of information should a nurse obtain during this client's initial assessment?
A) Whether the client had a hysterectomy
B) Whether the client has reached menopause
C) Whether the client uses birth control
D) Whether the client has a history of depression
B
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The nurse is preparing new parents to be discharged with their newborn. The father asks the nurse why the baby's head is so pointed and puffy-looking. The best response by the nurse is:
1. "His head is molded from fitting through the birth canal. It will become more round." 2. "We refer to that as ‘cone head,' which is a temporary condition that goes away." 3. "It might mean that your baby sustained brain damage during birth, and could have delays." 4. "I think he looks just like you. Your head is much the same shape as your baby's."
Which is a true statement about medications taken by individuals with diabetes mellitus?
a. Sitagliptin (Januvia) is indicated to treat type 1 diabetes mellitus. b. Nateglinide (Starlix) acts by increasing the secretion of insulin. c. Metformin (Glucophage) acts by increasing insulin secretion. d. Rosiglitazone (Avandia) acts by decreasing glucose absorption.
Where do most obstructions in the large bowel occur?
A) Sigmoid B) Ascending C) Transverse D) Descending
A patient is scheduled for photodynamic therapy to treat wet age-related macular degeneration. Which instruction should the nurse provide?
1. Wear comfortable shoes for this procedure. 2. Wear a shirt with short sleeves for easy IV placement access. 3. Bring gloves to wear home. 4. Plan to wear regular glasses home after the procedure.