Concepts of Health Promotion EAQ

Which assessment findings indicate an older client is at risk for developing an infection? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct. 1. Thin skin 2. Weak cough 3. Sluggish bowel sounds 4. Male-pattern baldness 5. Indwelling urinary catheter 6. Decreased or absent leg hair

1. Thin skin 2. Weak cough 3. Sluggish bowel sounds 5. Indwelling urinary catheter

Which statement by the client, recovering from an acute case of viral hepatitis, indicates understanding of the discharge instructions presented by the nurse? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct. 1. "I will avoid alcohol because my liver is scarred and the alcohol causes more damage." 2."I will eat four to seven small snacks or meals per day." 3. "I will take acetaminophen for pain rather than aspirin." 4."I will eat foods high in carbohydrates, but moderate in fats and proteins." 5. "I will not have to use condoms during intercourse, because I have beaten this."

1. "I will avoid alcohol because my liver is scarred and the alcohol causes more damage." 2."I will eat four to seven small snacks or meals per day." 4."I will eat foods high in carbohydrates, but moderate in fats and proteins."

A parent tells the nurse that he or she is apprehensive that an antidepressant has been prescribed for an adolescent. Which is the best response by the nurse? 1. "Tell me more about what's concerning you." 2. "You need to speak with the primary health care provider about your concern." 3."Are you sure it's not a medication for attention-deficit disorder?" 4."Didn't the primary health care provider tell you why your son needs an antidepressant?"

1. "Tell me more about what's concerning you."

Which physical or behavioral signs of substance abuse would a nurse observe for in the adolescent population? Select all that apply. One, some, or all responses may be correct. 1. Worrying about being addicted 2. Showing a high performance in social activities 3. Experiencing an overdose or withdrawal symptoms 4. Worrying about a friend or family member who is addicted 5. Manifesting bizarre behavior or confusion

1. Worrying about being addicted 3. Experiencing an overdose or withdrawal symptoms 5. Manifesting bizarre behavior or confusion

The spouse of a client with pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) received a tuberculin skin test. The nurse examined the skin test and identified an area of induration greater than 10 mm. Which response to this finding would the nurse implement? 1. No further action is required at this time. 2. Additional tests are necessary to determine infection status. 3. Immediately repeat the skin test for confirmation. 4. Results are positive, indicating an active infection.

2. Additional tests are necessary to determine infection status.

Which intervention would the nurse implement to prevent cross-contamination of herpes genitalis from one client to another? 1. Institute droplet precautions with this client. 2. Arrange transfer of the client to a private room. 3. Wear a gown and gloves when providing direct care. 4. Close the door and wear a mask when in the room.

3. Wear a gown and gloves when providing direct care.

When obtaining the blood pressure of a client with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), which action must the nurse implement? 1. Wear clean gloves. 2. Use barrier techniques. 3. Put on a mask and gown. 4. Wash hands thoroughly.

4. Wash hands thoroughly.

A client diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) states, "I'm not worried because they have a cure for AIDS." Which response would the nurse use? 1. "Repeated phlebotomies may be able to rid you of the virus." 2. "You may be cured of AIDS after prolonged pharmacological therapy." 3. "Perhaps you should have worn condoms to prevent contracting the virus." 4."There is no cure for AIDS, but there are medications that can slow down the virus."

4."There is no cure for AIDS, but there are medications that can slow down the virus."

Which activities are appropriate for the nurse to collaborate with a patient? ( Select all that apply.) A: Prescribing a new medication dose B: Health promotion activities C: End-of-life comfort decisions D: Interpreting laboratory results E: Lifestyle changes to improve health

B: Health promotion activities C: End-of-life comfort decisions E: Lifestyle changes to improve health

The nurse and physician are explaining that home care that will be needed by a patient after discharge. The patient's spouse states angrily that it will not be possible to provide the care recommended. What is the best response by the nurse? A: "Let me review what is needed again." B: "It is important that you do what the physician has prescribed." C: "What concerns do you have about the prescribed care?" D: "I can come back after you talk with your spouse about the care."

C: "What concerns do you have about the prescribed care?"