Which of the following is the primary source of income for elderly Americans? a. Employment income b. Pensions c. Savings d. Social Security ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: D Aggregate income for the population aged 65 years and over comes largely from four sources: (1) Social Security provides 37%, (2) earnings account for 30%, (3) pensions […]
Which of the following is a major barrier to a nurse caring for the family as a whole? a. Families often don’t want to know what is wrong with their loved one. b. Nurses don’t know how to care for families. c. Reimbursement is paid only for services given to an individual. d. The family […]
When making a home visit, a nurse is usually expected to focus attention on the ill family member. But whom would the nurse possibly focus on instead? a. The children who are being affected by the stress of the situation b. The ill family member’s primary caregiver c. The spouse of the ill family member […]
Based on theory, which of the following are men most likely to do when they become ill? a. Ask their female partner what action might be helpful b. Ignore symptoms or refuse to see them as symptoms of illness and act tough c. See their physician as soon as possible d. Talk to other men […]
A nurse is completing a first assessment interview with a family after entering the family’s apartment for the first time. Which of the following would be crucial for the nurse to remember? a. Analyze the power relationships before focusing on needed information b. Be on best behavior with manners and courtesy, starting with a self-introduction […]
A nurse has just been told by a friend that her physician has recommended a hysterectomy for fibroids in her womb. Which of the following would be the most appropriate response by the nurse? a. “Hysterectomies are the most common surgical procedure done on women; you’ll be fine.” b. “Tell your doctor to remove your […]
“I don’t understand,” a woman said. “I know I’m eligible for Medicare part A and it’s free. Part B isn’t free. When will I ever use it?” Which of the following would be the most appropriate response by the nurse? a. “Part A is only for hospital bills. Most care is given on an outpatient […]
Which of the following best explains why many elderly women do not prepare meals or do housework? a. Chronic diseases, especially arthritis and rheumatism, hinder their ability. b. Living in a nursing home does not require them to do so. c. They do not want to; their husbands can share in the work. d. With […]
Which of the following actions would improve a man’s probability of obtaining health screenings and health-promoting education? a. Being active in organized sports b. Joining the military c. Seeking an andrology specialist physician d. Working for an employer that requires employees to have an annual physical exam ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: B The medical specialty […]
Beyond gathering needed information for future interventions, which of the following purposes is served when the nurse interviews the family? a. Assessing the safety of the immediate environment before further planning can be done b. Establishing a process for the nurse and the family to make decisions c. Engaging in focused planned conversation, which has […]
