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A middle-aged client is distraught at receiving a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes despite being conscientious about her health for most of her adult life. The client tells the nurse, “I can’t believe I no longer have my health.” According to the World Health Organization, what is the definition of health?

The nurse is preparing a client for a stress electrocardiogram. Which statement by the client indicates further teaching is needed?

A nurse is caring for a client with depression. The nurse finds that the client is withdrawn and does not communicate with others. What is the most appropriate response by the nurse?

A charge nurse is instructing a group of newly licensed nurses about ethical dilemmas and what to expect when ethical dilemmas arise. Which of the following situations should the licensed nurses identify as an ethical dilemma?

A nurse, who is caring for a patient admitted to the care unit with acute abdominal pain, formulates the care plan for the client. Which nursing problem is the priority for this client?

Vitamine C deficiency is the single most preventable cause of blindness.

The speed of nerve impulse conduction is increased by…..

Cranial nerve V is also known as the ______________________ nerve.

Vitamine A deficiency can cause blindness.

Which of the choices listed below are part of the autonomic nervous system (ANS)?   1. parasympathetic neurons 2. somatic motor neurons 3. somatic sensory neurons 4. sympathetic neurons