A nurse is counseling a teenager who smokes one pack of cigarettes a day. The teenager states he likes to smoke with his friends and does not recognize the connection between his smoking and his asthma. When planning an intervention for this person, the nurse must first recognize that the teenager is in the:

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A nurse is counseling a teenager who smokes one pack of cigarettes a day. The teenager states he likes to smoke with his friends and does not recognize the connection between his smoking and his asthma. When planning an intervention for this person, the nurse must first recognize that the teenager is in the:

A. Precontemplation stage of change B. Preparation stage of change C. Action stage of change D. Maintenance stage of change

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 2 of 5

Which of the following statements about the current prevalence of obesity is accurate?

A. The current generation of children may be less healthy and have a shorter life expectancy than their parents. B. The current incidence of obesity among American adults has stabilized. C. The current statistics show that greater than 75% of American adults are either overweight or obese. D. The current statistics report that about 50% of American children are either overweight or obese.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 3 of 5

A 37-year-old woman asks the nurse if she should take a daily nutritional supplement. Which of the following would be the best reply by the nurse?

A. “Postmenopausal women should take a calcium supplement to prevent osteoporosis.” B. “Many people use supplements as drugs instead of as supplements.” C. “Supplements can enhance the medications that you take.” D. “The best way to obtain nutrients is by eating a variety of foods.”

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 4 of 5

A community health nurse is providing education about the “Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension” (DASH) eating plan. Which of the following recommendations would be included in this presentation?

A. The use of this dietary plan has the same health effects as a daily exercise program. B. The use of this dietary plan will eliminate the need for medication to treat hypertension. C. This dietary plan excludes the consumption of processed foods. D. This dietary plan includes eating greater amounts of fruits and vegetables.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is working with a group of individuals to start an exercise program. Which of the following would require the most attention and assistance?

A. White man who works 50 to 60 hours a week as a business executive B. Unemployed, obese Hispanic woman C. Employed White woman with hypertension D. White man with a high school diploma

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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