A postmenopausal woman fears developing osteoporosis like her mother. What is the most appropriate nurse response?- Skildor

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A postmenopausal woman fears developing osteoporosis like her mother. What is the most appropriate nurse response?

A. "The American diet is much better now than when your mother was your age." B. "You have a strong genetic risk factor. There is not much we can do to stop the process." C. "You need about 1000 mg of calcium a day to keep your bones strong." D. "Tell me about your diet, how much walking you do each day, and what medications you take."

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The nurse should assess the patient's diet, physical activity, and medications before providing tailored advice.

Question 2 of 5

The Denver Developmental Screening Test (DDST) has been said to have excellent test specificity. What does this statement mean?

A. Rarely identifies children who have developmental delays B. Rarely identifies children who do not actually have developmental delays C. Has a large number of false positive results D. Has a large number of false negative results

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Specificity measures a test�s ability to correctly identify those who do not have the condition, leading to fewer false positives.

Question 3 of 5

Which ethical concept is described as the �duty to maximize the benefits of actions while minimizing harm�?

A. Advocacy B. Justice C. Beneficence D. Autonomy

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Beneficence involves actions that promote good and minimize harm, ensuring positive outcomes for individuals.

Question 4 of 5

In response to the growing elderly population, community health nurses should do which of the following?

A. Work with the state and local departments of health to increase nursing home beds. B. Work with local health departments to increase recreational activities for the elderly C. Work with the board of education to emphasize the importance of physical activity for children D. Work with local nursing schools to emphasize the importance of geriatric training

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Local health departments should focus on increasing recreational activities to improve the health of the elderly.

Question 5 of 5

Over the last week, a person has had finger stick glucose levels of 127, 132, 140, 138, 143, 145, and 140. This information allows the nurse to characterize the person�s function pattern by utilizing which area of focus?

A. Age-developmental B. Functional C. Individual-environmental D. Pattern

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Pattern recognition helps identify sequences of behavior, allowing the nurse to analyze health data over time.

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