ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 7 Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which are modifiable risk factors for diseases?
Correct Answer: A,B
Rationale: Smoking (
A) and a high-fat diet (
B) are behaviors that can be changed, unlike genetic makeup (
C) or age and gender (
D), which are non-modifiable.
Question 2 of 5
Acute diseases would include which of the following?
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Acute diseases are characterized by sudden onset and short duration, such as influenza (
A), measles (
B), and bacterial pneumonia (
D). Hypertension (
C) is a chronic condition.
Question 3 of 5
An individual has been to his health-care provider for complaints of back pain and was informed that he has a bulging vertebral disk. He must now decide whether he wants to see a chiropractor for treatment, obtain a second opinion, or follow the instructions of this health-care provider. This individual is in which of the phases of illness?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The seeking help phase involves consulting healthcare providers and making decisions about treatment, as described in the scenario.
Question 4 of 5
A patient who has been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis tells you that she has not had any joint pain or swelling for 3 months. She is hoping it has 'gone away for good.' What is probably happening with this patient?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic condition, and the absence of symptoms for 3 months likely indicates a period of remission, not a permanent resolution.
Question 5 of 5
A patient is extremely stressed and decides to decrease some of her responsibilities outside of her family and job. She resigns from being PTA president and from being a Scout leader, as well as saying 'no' to some church and social obligations. This is an example of using:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Reducing responsibilities to manage stress is a positive coping strategy, as it helps the individual prioritize and reduce overwhelming demands.