What lifestyle changes have adults made in recent decades that have improved outcomes of preventable health conditions?

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A: Electrocardiography (ECG or EKG) is a medical test that measures the electrical activity of the…

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Q: List and fully discuss five ways personal health information is breached.

A: Personal Health Information (PHI) refers to any data that is related to an individual's past,…

Q: Palliative care is only for patients at the end of life. (True/False)

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Q: Describe the nursing interventions for a patient with hypothermia.

A: Hypothermia is a medical condition that occurs when the body loses heat faster than it can produce…

Q: Beck's triad is a set of clinical signs associated with: a) Tension pneumothorax b) Cardiac…

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Q: MS Manal is a 42yo female complains of constant fatigue, despite a full night's sleep. She says her…

A: MS Manal is a 42yo female complains of constant fatigue, despite a full night's sleep. She says her…

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A: Post workout diet is very important in enhancing muscle recovery and fitness. Eating a protein and…

Q: What are signs and symptoms displayed by a patient in a manic phase of bipolar disorder?

A: The manic phase of bipolar disorder, also known simply as "mania," is one part of a type of mood…

Q: When teaching about the defense systems in the body, how would the nurse explain the skin's role in…

A: The skin is the largest organ of the human body and which works as protective covering for the…

Q: What do his current signs and symptoms (3+ pitting edema in his feet and ankles, 5.5 kg (12 lb)…

A: The symptoms presented by the patient are:Pitting Edema (3+)Weight Gain ( around 5.5…

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Q: What is the daily recommended intake of folate in women of childbearing age? a. 800mcg b. There is…

A: Folate is a water soluble B vitamin or vitamin B9 that is very needed for various bodily functions…

Q: Which of the following is true related to improved health and life expectancy? Income differences on…

A: Health refers to the overall well-being of an individual, encompassing physical, mental, and social…

Q: Describe the management of a patient with congestive heart failure (CHF).

A: Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) is a chronic progressive condition that affects the pumping power of…

Q: Explain the concept of 'Health for All' in the context of community health nursing.

A: The idea of "Health for All" in community health nursing means making sure everyone can quickly get…

Q: What are the main causes of increased intracranial pressure and the effects on the central nervous…

A: The central nervous system (CNS) is a major part of the human nervous system that includes the brain…

Q: Your 47 kg patient is hypotensive with persistent decreased renal output following a fluid…

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Q: What is the function of an anticoagulant?

A: Any drug that inhibits or lessens blood coagulation is called an anticoagulant. These drugs are…

Q: What teaching points would the nurse provide for a client who is at risk for skin cancer.

A: The term "skin cancer" describes the unnatural and unchecked proliferation of skin cells. It is…

Q: Define and describe "eHealth Literacy." How is "eHealth Literacy" measured?

A: eHealth literacy refers to the ability of individuals to seek, find, understand, and appraise health…

Q: Mrs. Munoz has late-stage cancer. Her provider advised that beginning chemotherapy could extend her…

A: Mrs. Munoz has late-stage cancer. Her provider advised that beginning chemotherapy could extend her…

Q: Which vitamin is crucial for blood clotting?

A: The body requires trace amounts of vitamins, which are vital chemical components, to sustain regular…

Q: In Discuss the professional nurses role in health promotion activities.

A: The role of professional nurses in health promotion activities is crucial for the overall well-being…

Q: What are diagnostic approaches to Peripheral Vascular Disease?

A: Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD), also known as peripheral artery disease (PAD) or peripheral…

Q: 1. After running for 2 hours at the current rate, the infusion is increased to 0.04 units/minute. If…

A: In the administration of vasopressin, understanding the infusion dynamics is crucial for effective…

Q: Description Compare and contrast the treatment and nursing care of a patient with GERD and a patient…

A: An ulcer or sore on the lining of the stomach, small intestine, or, less frequently, the oesophagus…

Q: Which of the following suffixes does NOT refer to a surgical procedure? -centesis -ectomy -plasty…

A: -pathy is not related to a surgical procedure. It means a a disease or disorder. For example…

Q: Order: Methylprednisolone, 60 mg, IV, x1 Medication Available: Methylprednisolone 125mg vial powder…

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Q: For a post-operative patient refusing to mobilize due to pain, what strategies could a nurse employ…

A: A post-operative patient is an individual who is in the recovery phase following a surgical…

Q: How do nurses handle ethical dilemmas in patient care?

A: Ethical dilemmas are situations in which a person faces a difficult choice between two or more…

Q: Differentiate appendicitis the signs and symptoms of from peritonitis.

A: Appendicitis: Appendicitis is the inflammation of the appendix, a small pouch-like organ attached to…

Q: Conjugated estrogen (Premarin) should NOT be administered: O vaginally intravenously O…

A: Conjugated estrogen is a hormonal medication (estrogen). It is used in menopausal women to reduce…

Q: Non-ST segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) typically affects the: A pericardium B…

A: Myocardial infarction or heart attack is a heart condition or event where their is a sudden blockage…

Q: Pain and dizziness, which are felt by patients are best described as sign True False

A: Pain: Pain is a complex sensory and emotional experience typically associated with actual or…

Q: What is the importance of teamwork in nursing?

A: Teamwork refers to the collaborative effort of a group to achieve a common goal or complete a task…

Q: A patient is reporting pain 2 days after a below the knee (BKA) amputation. which nursing…

A: BKA is Below Knee Amputation. It is a surgical procedure where a portion of the leg below the knee…

Q: 55 year old lady with a history of recurrent admissions to the hospital to receive chemotherapy for…

A: Antibiogram is a tool that is used as a guide to antibiotic therapy and it is done by identifying…

Q: A nurse is caring for a client with HIV. The client reports having thick white clumps along her…

A: HIV, or Human Immunodeficiency Virus, is a virus that attacks the body's immune system, specifically…

Q: What are the essential components of an effective nursing education program?

A: A nursing education program is a formal academic course of study that prepares individuals to become…

Q: Describe the nursing considerations for a patient receiving epidural analgesia.

A: Epidural analgesia is a medical procedure that involves the injection of anesthetic drugs into the…

Q: During a mass casualty incident, the emergency department receives multiple trauma patients…

A: In a mass casualty incident, prioritize care based on the severity of injuries using the START…

Q: management of a patient with acute peritonitis

A: Acute peritonitis is a medical condition where their is a sudden inflammation or infection of the…

Q: In a case of suspected child abuse, what is the nurse's responsibility and course of action?

A: Child abuse refers to the physical, emotional, sexual, or psychological maltreatment or neglect of a…

Q: A nurse in a provider's office is assessing a client who has hypothyroidism and has been taking…

A: Levothyroxine is a synthetic form of the hormone thyroxine or T4. It is used to replace or…

Q: These dosage and calculation problems will test your ability on how to calculate weight-based rugs.…

A: Given:Ordered dose of Dobutamine: 3μg/kg/min IV infusionPatient's weight: 198lbDobutamine…

Q: The conditions in which people live have an impact on health True O False

A: The conditions in which people live is called as a social determinants of health and this have a…

Q: Describe how social class or socioeconomic status influence health and health care system.

A: Solution:- People with lower incomes or lower class economic status are often confined to living and…

Q: Explain how to perform a cardiac assessment on a patient.

A: Cardiac assessment refers to the evaluation of the heart's function and structure. This assessment…

Q: What are the considerations for a nurse treating a patient with a spider vein sclerotherapy?

A: Spider Vein Sclerotherapy is a medical procedure used to treat spider veins, which are small,…