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Quizlet Patient-Centered Care UNMC Addiction Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The Latin term for the cooling of the body after death is
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Algor mortis. Algor mortis refers to the cooling of the body after death. This process occurs as the body temperature gradually decreases to match the surrounding environment. Rigor mortis (A) is the stiffening of muscles after death, Livor mortis (C) is the pooling of blood in the dependent parts of the body, and Algae mortis (D) is not a recognized term in forensic science. Thus, the correct term for the cooling of the body after death is Algor mortis.
Question 2 of 5
A patient tells a nurse that he always uses boric acid solution to wash out his eyes. What would the nurse teach the patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Boric acid is toxic and unsafe for eye use; the nurse must correct this practice.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse is assessing the vital signs of a patient who has exercised regularly for several years. What vital sign findings would be expected?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Regular exercise lowers resting pulse and blood pressure.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse is delegating the collection of urinary output to an assistant. What should the nurse tell the assistant to do while measuring the urine?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Gloves prevent exposure to body fluids during measurement.
Question 5 of 5
The following foods are a part of a patients daily diet: high-fiber cereals, fruits, vegetables, 2,500 mL of fluids. What would the nurse tell the patient to change?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: This diet supports healthy bowel function; no changes needed.