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Fundamentals of Nursing: The Art and Science of Person-Centered Care Tenth, North American Edition
Chapter 3 : Health, Wellness, and Health Disparities Questions
Question 1 of 5
What manifestation is the most significant symptom indicating an illness?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Pain is often the most significant symptom of illness as it can severely impact a person's quality of life and is a common indicator of underlying issues.
Question 2 of 5
A nurse calls in to his unit to report he has the flu and will not be at work. What stage of illness behavior is he exhibiting?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Assuming the sick role involves acknowledging illness and taking actions such as staying home from work to recover.
Question 3 of 5
A patient accepts the fact that he needs bypass surgery for a blocked artery and is admitted into the hospital. Which one of the following stages of illness is this patient experiencing?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Stage 3 of illness behavior involves accepting the need for medical intervention, such as agreeing to surgery and seeking hospital care.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following is an example of a characteristic of the Stage 2 of illness?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Stage 2 involves assuming the sick role, where a person acknowledges their illness to others and may seek support from family.
Question 5 of 5
A 4-year-old child has leukemia but is now in remission. What does it mean to be in remission when one has a chronic illness?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Remission in a chronic illness like leukemia means the disease is not currently detectable, but it may still be present and could potentially recur.