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Adult Health Nursing First Chapter Quizlet Questions
Question 1 of 5
When a patient has pneumothorax, the nurse's assessment findings will likely reveal _______. I. absent breadth sounds on the affected side II. Decreased chest expansion unilaterally III. Sharp chest pain IV. Burning chest pain
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following statements should Nurse Cora consider as TRUE with anorexia nervosa?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Nurse Cora should consider statement C as TRUE with anorexia nervosa. Cultures that portray thinness as the ideal standard of beauty can increase the risk of developing anorexia nervosa. This is because individuals may internalize these societal norms and feel pressure to attain the thin ideal, leading to disordered eating behaviors.
Question 3 of 5
The grand daughter of dina ask you. How does regular exercise help my grand mother overcome her diabetes? Your BEST response is exercise ______.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Regular exercise is beneficial for individuals with diabetes, including your grandmother, because it helps increase metabolic rate and the consumption of glucose by the muscles. When someone exercises regularly, their muscles become more sensitive to insulin, which helps to lower blood sugar levels. This increased glucose utilization by the muscles can lead to better blood sugar control and overall improved management of diabetes. By incorporating regular exercise into her routine, your grandmother can potentially reduce the need for medications, maintain a healthier weight, and lower the risk of complications associated with diabetes.
Question 4 of 5
Upon interview, the patient reported the she often felt nauseated, restless, perspired a lot, felt fatigued, and was often hungry when she was younger. What do these signs indicate?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The signs reported by the patient, such as feeling nauseated, restless, sweating excessively, fatigue, and increased hunger, are indicative of hypoglycemia, which is characterized by low blood sugar levels. In individuals with hypoglycemia, these symptoms can occur when the blood glucose levels drop too low, leading to disturbances in the body's energy supply. This is common in individuals who may have experienced episodes of low blood sugar, especially if they have a history of diabetes or are taking medications that lower blood sugar levels. Diabetic nephropathy, hyperglycemia, and diabetic retinopathy are conditions associated with high blood sugar levels and are not consistent with the symptoms described by the patient.
Question 5 of 5
Vangie, 73 years old, comorbid with hypertension and asthma died of COVID Ariel grieved and mourned to the loss of his mother's untimely death. He is now aware that his mother is one of those 13, 425 deaths. The nurse will consider stage of grieving process is Ariel at what experiencing?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Ariel is likely experiencing the stage of depression in the grieving process. The stages of grief, according to the Kubler-Ross model, are denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. In this scenario, Ariel has come to terms with his mother's death and is mourning her loss, which aligns with the stage of depression characterized by feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and intense sorrow. It is a normal part of the grieving process for individuals to experience these emotions as they process their loss.