The nurse lists the signs and symptoms of menopause as: (Select all that apply.)
a. hot flashes and flushes.
b. cessation of estrogen production.
c. vaginal dryness.
d. night sweats.
e. irregularity of menses.
A, B, C, D, E
All options listed except for the cessation of estrogen production are signs and symptoms of me-nopause. Estrogen production is reduced during menopause but does not cease.
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The immune response is complex and involves humoral and cell-mediated components. Which of the following is considered the first stage of the immune response?
A) Helper T cells are activated with the help of interleukin. B) Macrophages process antigens and give them to T cells in lymph tissue. C) T cells produce lymphokines which stimulate antibody-producing B cells. D) Macrophages remove cellular debris.
A patient has been instructed to use a topical decongestant for allergic rhinitis. Which information is important for the nurse to include when teaching the patient about the use of this medicine?
a. There are no risks for rebound congestion with this medicine. b. It is safe to take this drug with other MAO inhibitors. c. Topical decongestants have a slower onset of action. d. You should use this medication no more than 3 to 5 days.
A 30-year-old was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Which statement by the client would indicate a need for more teaching from the nurse?
A) "I will have progressive muscle weakness." B) "I will lose strength in my arms." C) "My children are at greater risk to develop this disease." D) "I need to remain active for as long as possible."
A patient asks why the nurse is playing with an iPad in the midst of providing care. What should the nurse respond to this patient?
1. "I'm just typing in notes to remember what care I provided to you." 2. "This is just a way for nurses to communicate instead of calling out to each other." 3. "I just needed to check and make sure I did everything that you needed at this time." 4. "This is a part of the computer system that is used to confidentially document your care."