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Sexuality in middle age: What should the nurse stress?

A. "Contraception usage should be decreased as a woman nears menopause." B. "Difficulty with sexual performance among men happens near age 60." C. "HIV infection after age 50 is rare." D. "The majority of new HIV/AIDS cases occur among middle-age adults."

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: HIV/AIDS cases are prevalent in middle-age adults, making it important to emphasize safe sexual practices.

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Health promotion intervention: Who benefits most?

A. "I have a new grandchild and want to be part of her life." B. "My mother lived until she was 90, so a long life is in my genes." C. "Some chronic illness is just a part of aging." D. "I hope I�ll live a lot longer, but one never knows."

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Motivation to adopt a healthy lifestyle is essential for successful health promotion interventions.

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A nurse is using a sweat test to screen people for cystic fibrosis. Which of the following results demonstrates poor sensitivity?

A. When 6 out of every 10 sweat tests performed are negative, but the six individuals actually have cystic fibrosis B. When 6 out of every 10 sweat tests performed are positive, but the six individuals do not actually have cystic fibrosis C. When 6 out of every 10 sweat tests performed are negative, and the six individuals really do not have cystic fibrosis D. When 6 out of every 10 sweat tests performed are positive, and the six individuals really do have cystic fibrosis

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Poor sensitivity means that individuals who actually have the condition are missed (false negatives), as seen when the test incorrectly identifies them as negative.

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Using developmental theory, a community nurse assesses the community and determines that the majority of residents who are 45 years of age or older lead sedentary lives. Which of the following would be the priority for this nurse to promote?

A. Health promotion activities B. Accident prevention activities C. Drug prevention activities D. Pregnancy prevention activities

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The priority would be health promotion activities to encourage physical activity, especially for older adults.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is conducting a physical exam on a 3-year-old child. Which of the following would be the best way for the nurse to approach the child during the exam?

A. Let the child listen to the nurse�s heart with the stethoscope. B. Tell him to sit quietly while the nurse examines him. C. Ask his parents to leave the room to minimize distractions. D. Ask another nurse to hold him while the nurse examines him.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Allowing the child to use the stethoscope helps engage them and makes the experience more comfortable.

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