The pediatric nurse is talking with a 15-year-old girl who is seeking treatment at the clinic for her acne
The nurse discovers that the patient works at a fast-food restaurant 3 days a week after school and uses an oil-based foundation as part of her makeup regimen. The nurse's best advice for the patient would be:
A) "Wash your face three times in a day and use a water-based moisturizer."
B) "Wash your face twice a day with mild soap and use as little makeup as possible."
C) "Wash your face only at night and apply your makeup as usual in the morning."
D) "Wash your face with an astringent cleanser and apply a fragrant lotion at bedtime."
A
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A patient in the ICU dies as a result of a defective defibrillator. The nurse did not become aware of the defect until after the patient's death. Which of the following is true in this situation?
A) Defibrillators are not currently regulated in the United States. B) The nurse is permitted but not required to report the malfunction to the FDA. C) The nurse is required to report the malfunction to the FDA. D) The nurse is likely liable in the patient's death.
A nurse is explaining to a student that sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) has been reduced due mostly to what trend?
A. A decrease in preterm births B. Decreased maternal smoking C. Fewer drug-addicted mothers D. The "Back to Sleep" campaign
Why is obesity in children difficult to treat successfully?
a. Favorite foods often are not nutritionally complete. b. Children lack the support of caregivers who understand nutrition and food preparation. c. Most overweight children are not interested in losing weight. d. Physical exercise is difficult.
Which manifestations that an older patient is exhibiting should the nurse investigate as possibly being caused by peptic ulcer disease? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Diarrhea 2. Clay-colored stools 3. Abdominal distention 4. Indigestion with bloating 5. Vague and diffuse abdominal pain