A nurse who works in an inner-city clinic provides care for a large number of the older black clients. Which of the following health promotion activities best reflects the particular health needs of this population?
A) A blood sugar and blood pressure monitoring program.
B) An education session on the positive health effects of good nutrition.
C) A screening mammography campaign for older black women.
D) A program that teaches black men the importance of prostate health screening.
Question 2The three major glands of the skin are __________, ___________, and __________.
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Question 3A 60-year-old patient who participates in outdoor activities is diagnosed with angina. Which activity should the nurse instruct the patient to avoid to decrease the risk of anginal syndrome?
A) Golfing
B) Gardening
C) Sitting in a spa
D) Cross-country skiing
Question 4Melanocytes give rise to the pigment melanin which is responsible for skin color. The melanocytes can be found in
a. Dermis
b. Superficial fascia
c. Epidermis
d. Loose connective tissue
Question 5A nurse is providing care for an 81-year-old Hispanic woman in the context of a geriatric medicine unit of a hospital. Which of the following phenomena should the nurse anticipate?
A) The client's family is likely to advocate for her placement in a nursing home at an early stage.
B) The client is likely to prioritize the role of spirituality in the healing process.
C) She is likely to forego medical or traditional treatment due to a fatalistic view of health and illness.
D) The woman's family will most likely delegate responsibility for her care to the hospital care team.
Question 6The nurse is planning care for an older patient with class 3 congestive heart failure (CHF) being admitted to a skilled nursing facility. Which action would be appropriate for this patient during the first week of hospitalization?
A) Bed rest
B) Digitalis as needed
C) Passive range-of-motion exercises every shift
D) Assist to a chair on day 1 and progressively increase ambulation each day
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