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 […]
“I want to get pregnant as soon as possible now that I’m married,” a 43-year-old female says to the nurse. Which of the following would be the most appropriate response by the nurse? a. “Having a child will certainly cement your new marriage and give it a focus.” b. “It’s understandable that your ‘biological clock […]
Why do some researchers believe data regarding health behaviors may be inaccurate in relation to men? a. Men are not socialized to tell the truth when interviewed. b. Men do not know when they are ill. c. Most of the data are collected about and from women. d. Most of the data are collected by […]
Which of the following is a biological explanation for gender differences in health status? a. Influence of hormones b. Different treatment by parents c. Random differences in genetic inheritance d. Social expectations of appropriate gender behavior ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: A Random differences are random and do not have a systematic effect. Although parents do […]
A nurse is called by her sister, who tells her how wonderful it is that she knows the exact date her baby is coming because her doctor scheduled her for a C-section before his vacation. Which of the following would be the most appropriate response by the nurse? a. “A C-section is major surgery. Do […]
Which of the following is the most common cause of death among women after age 75? a. Accidents and unintentional injuries b. Cancer c. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) d. Diabetes and its complications ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: C About one in four Americans has one or more forms of CVD. One in ten women under age […]