a patient finds out they are BRCA1 positive and wants to know what this means. The nurse tells them: you are only at increased risk of cancer if you are BRCA2 positive as well
Category: Management
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While sorting the laundry for one of your clients, you come across agarment with the following…
➤ When is it safe to wash a garment labeled with a circle at home?
You should only risk washing at home if the fabric is sturdy, colorfast, and you test a hidden seam first. Use cold water, a gentle cycle, and a mesh bag. Lay flat or hang to air dry and avoid tumble drying or heat, which can ruin shape, finishes, or trims. -
A method of second-trimester abortion that makes use of medications to induce labor is…
➤ When is induction abortion chosen instead of D&E (dilation and evacuation)?
Clinicians choose induction abortion when surgical access is limited, the cervix or uterus is unfavorable for D&E, or patients prefer a non‑surgical approach. It is also used later in the second trimester, with complex uterine anatomy, or where trained D&E providers are unavailable. Local laws and facility resources affect the decision. -
Which of the following terms would be appropriateto use to document several broken fingers on…
Which of the following terms would be appropriateto use to document several broken fingers on apatient’s medical record?
Multiple Choice
Phalanxes
Phalanx
Phalanges
Phalanxis
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CBD oil is safe and tolerable, and can be administered to children under the age of majority…
➤ How should CBD dosing and administration for minors be approached?
Start with pediatric medical oversight. Use weight-based dosing only as directed by a clinician familiar with pediatric pharmacology. Choose pharmaceutical-grade or tested products with clear CBD concentration. Begin at the lowest effective dose, titrate slowly, and monitor liver function tests and drug interactions. Keep detailed records of effects and side effects. -
A patient has the right to know their treatment options and take part in decisions about hercare….
A patient has the right to know their treatment options and take part in decisions about hercare. This right is known as
informed consent
active listening
information
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An order reads, “Add 44 mEq of sodium chloride (NaCl) to an IV bag.” Using a stock label of 4…
An order reads, “Add 44 mEq of sodium chloride (NaCl) to an IV bag.” Using a stock label of 4 mEq/mL, how many milliliters of sodium chloride will be needed for this order?
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A prior hospitalization for pneumonia would be documented under which categorization of health…
A prior hospitalization for pneumonia would be documented under which categorization of health history:
Medical history
Social and family history
Pregnancy history
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A nurse is providing cultural sensitivity when caring for a patient from a different culture. Which…
A nurse is providing cultural sensitivity when caring for a patient from a different culture. Which actions demonstrate appropriate cultural sensitivity? Select all that apply.
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An older adult client has presented to the emergency department reporting frank blood in their…
An older adult client has presented to the emergency department reporting frank blood in their stool over the past 24 hours. What assessment question should the nurse prioritiz