jarvis physical examination and health assessment 9th edition test bank

When nursing diagnoses are being classified, which of the following would be considered a risk diagnosis?

The nurse is interviewing a recent immigrant from Mexico. During the course of the interview, the man leans forward and then finally moves his chair close enough that his knees are nearly touching the nurse's. The nurse begins to feel uncomfortable with his proximity. Which of the following statements describes the most appropriate response by the nurse?

A patient tells the nurse that she believes in "the hot"�cold theory, where illness is caused by hot or cold entering the body." Which of the following responses from the nurse would be most appropriate?

A nurse is teaching a patient about managing hypertension. Which of the following statements by the patient indicates the need for further education?

The nurse is planning health education for a 65-year-old woman who has had a cerebrovascular accident (stroke) and is aphasic. Which of the following is most important to use when assessing mental health in this situation?