A man walked to the staging area after an earthquake crying that he was hurt. A triage nurse noted he had cuts, abrasions, and an open (bone was seen) fractured arm. Which of the following actions should be taken next? a. Put a green tag on his shirt and he can get in line to […]
Which of the following is crucial during the detoxification phase of the addiction process? a. Controlling the environment so drugs cannot be obtained b. Maintaining a therapeutic relationship with the client c. Maintaining communication with the client’s family d. Managing the acute withdrawal symptoms ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: D Detoxification is best described as a […]
A school health nurse was concerned about the diagnosed eating disorders of three high school students. A nutrition and body image program was planned. Which of the following classes should receive the program first? a. Elementary school grades 4, 5, and 6 b. Grades 7, 8, and 9 c. High school grades 10, 11, and […]
Which of the following best describes why all citizens should care about young people joining gangs? a. Gangs are beginning to be seen in suburban areas. b. Gangs are responsible for destroying lives and property in inner cities. c. Gangs commit as much as 90% of all crime in some communities. d. Gangs help give […]
Which of the following steps should the nurse take first when triaging a victim of a disaster? a. Assess mental status b. Assess perfusion c. Assess respirations d. Assess blood pressure ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: C To assess an individual within the 1-minute guideline, the START system uses three characteristics. First, respirations are checked; then […]
A principal called the school nurse into his office and asked, “Will this student be able to attend our school?” after handing over the medical record of a severely handicapped prospective student. A principal called the school nurse into his office and asked, “Will this student be able to attend our school?” after handing over […]
Which of the following best explains why drug abusers so often relapse? a. Drugs are widely available. b. They lack a supportive environment. c. They remember how fantastic they feel immediately after using. d. Drugs make them feel better about life. ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: B Because many abusers lack a supportive environment, the potential […]
Which of the following best describes why it is crucial to never use the label of “addiction”? a. Labeling invites ridicule by other people. b. Labeling someone avoids actually taking action to correct the behavior. c. Labels have a tendency to remain throughout the person’s life. d. Labels influence self-perception, and behavior will begin to […]
Which of the following health problems continues to increase in school-aged and adolescent children? a. Contagious diseases b. Obesity and related problems (diabetes) c. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) d. Stomach flu (viral gastroenteritis) ESSAYBID ANSWER ANS: B Obesity is the fastest rising public health concern in the nation and may overtake tobacco use as […]
An 80-year-old woman lived with her eldest daughter, the daughter’s husband, and their three children. On this visit, the nurse noted the woman looked dehydrated and seemed depressed. Both wrists were red and scabbed. An 80-year-old woman lived with her eldest daughter, the daughter’s husband, and their three children. On this visit, the nurse noted […]