Which of the following statement best describe apnea?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Apnea is absence of breathing (A), per respiratory definition any pause, not time-specific (B, 10 seconds is prolonged apnea), nor just difficult (C, dyspnea), nor requiring cyanosis (D). A broadly and best captures apnea's essence, validated by medical use, making it correct.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Telling Mr. Gary about side effects is veracity (C) truth-telling, per ethics. Autonomy (A) respects choice, beneficence (B) does good, fidelity (D) keeps promises not disclosure-focused. C ensures informed care, making it correct.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Locking Mr. Gary in for refusing meds is false imprisonment (C) unlawful restraint, per law. Privacy (A) is info, defamation (B) falsehood, battery (D) touch. C fits confinement, making it correct.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Tertiary prevention prevents complications (C), per levels e.g., rehab post-disease. Promotion (A) and detection (B) are primary/secondary, not all (D). C truly defines tertiary's role, making it correct.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Transcultural nursing considers beliefs (A), boosts satisfaction (B), promotes care (D) 'disregard culture' (C) isn't true, as it's culture-centric, per definition. C contradicts its essence, making it the untrue statement.