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Biological Basis of Behavior Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
Mr. Marquez with rheumatoid arthritis is about to begin aspirin therapy to reduce inflammation. When teaching the client about aspirin, the nurse discusses adverse reactions to prolonged aspirin therapy. These include:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: bilateral hearing loss. Aspirin, when used in high doses and for prolonged periods, can cause damage to the cochlea, leading to hearing loss. This is known as aspirin-induced hearing loss. Weight gain (choice A) is not a common adverse reaction of aspirin therapy. Fine motor tremors (choice B) are not typically associated with aspirin use. Respiratory acidosis (choice C) is not a recognized adverse reaction of aspirin therapy. Therefore, the most relevant and correct adverse reaction to prolonged aspirin therapy among the options provided is bilateral hearing loss.
Question 2 of 5
The immediate objective of nursing care for an overweight, mildly hypertensive male client with ureteral colic and hematuria is to decrease:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Pain. The immediate objective of nursing care for a client with ureteral colic and hematuria is to address the most distressing symptom, which is pain. By managing the pain effectively, the client's comfort and well-being can be improved. Weight (B) is not the priority in this acute situation. Hematuria (C) may require further investigation but is not the immediate concern. Hypertension (D) is important to address in the long term but is not the primary focus in this scenario. By prioritizing pain management, the nurse can help alleviate the client's suffering and provide a more conducive environment for further assessment and treatment.
Question 3 of 5
Herbert, a 45 year old construction engineer is brought to the hospital unconscious after falling from a 2-story building. When assessing the client, the nurse would be most concerned if the assessment revealed:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Bleeding from ears. This finding indicates a potential skull fracture or brain injury, which is a serious concern in a patient who has fallen from a height. Here's the rationale: 1) Reactive pupils (Choice A) are a normal response and indicate intact neurological function. 2) A depressed fontanel (Choice B) is a concern in infants but not in a 45-year-old adult. 3) An elevated temperature (Choice D) can be a sign of infection or inflammation, but in this case, the immediate concern is the potential head injury indicated by bleeding from the ears.
Question 4 of 5
Katrina has an abnormal result on a Papanicolaou test. After admitting that she read her chart while the nurse was out of the room, Katrina asks what dysplasia means. Which definition should the nurse provide?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Alteration in the size, shape, and organization of differentiated cells. Dysplasia refers to abnormal changes in cells, where they appear different from normal cells in terms of size, shape, and organization. This is often seen as a precursor to cancer. Choice A is incorrect because it describes an undifferentiated tumor, not dysplasia. Choice B is incorrect as it describes hyperplasia, an increase in the number of normal cells. Choice C is incorrect as it describes metaplasia, where one type of differentiated cell is replaced by another.
Question 5 of 5
Nurse Maria plans to administer dexamethasone cream to a female client who has dermatitis over the anterior chest. How should the nurse apply this topical agent?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Correct Answer: C Rationale: Applying dexamethasone cream in long, even, outward, and downward strokes in the direction of hair growth helps to spread the medication evenly, following the natural skin texture. This method ensures proper absorption and minimizes potential irritation. It also prevents damage to the hair follicles. Summary: A: Circular motion may not evenly distribute the cream, affecting absorption. B: Applying upward may not be suitable for dermatitis and could lead to irritation. D: Applying in the opposite direction of hair growth can cause discomfort and hinder absorption.