Question 1

The nurse is preparing an education program on safety for a young adult group.Based on the major cause of the mortality and morbidity for this age group,on which of the following should the nurse focus?

Accepted Answer

The major cause of mortality and morbidity for young adults is automobile accidents. Therefore, the nurse should focus the education program on automobile safety. Birth control and prevention of heart disease are important topics for young adults, but they are not the major cause of mortality and morbidity for this age group. Occupational hazards may be relevant for some young adults, but it is not a primary concern for the majority of this age group.

Question 2

The nurse is performing a physical examination on a 40-year-old patient.The nurse will most likely find that the patient of this age is experiencing which one of the following physiological changes related to normal aging?

Accepted Answer

As people age, it is common to experience a decrease in muscle mass and strength, including the abdominal muscles. This is a normal physiological change associated with aging.

Question 3

In Canada,which of the following is the leading cause of death?

Accepted Answer

According to statistics from the Canadian government, cancer is the leading cause of death in Canada, accounting for approximately 30% of all deaths. Suicide, homicide, and motor vehicle accidents are all significant causes of death, but they do not surpass cancer as the most common cause.

Question 4

When teaching a new mother about postpartum blues,what does the nurse tell her in relation to the most common time period after birth for its occurrence?

Accepted Answer

Postpartum blues, also known as "baby blues," typically occur within the first week after delivery, most commonly between 3 to 6 days postpartum.

Question 5

In what percentage of affected couples is the cause of infertility unknown?

Accepted Answer

According to the World Health Organization, the cause of infertility is unknown in approximately 20% of affected couples.

Question 6

A 49-year-old patient is experiencing problems with depression.She has come to the clinic showing signs of malnutrition and fatigue.Which of the following is the nurse's best initial response?

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

According to Erikson's developmental theory,the primary developmental task of the middle-adult years is to achieve a willingness to care for and guide others.This is known as what?

Accepted Answer

Erikson's developmental theory states that the primary developmental task of the middle-adult years is to achieve a sense of generativity, which is the willingness to care for and guide others. Autonomy is the primary developmental task of toddlers, identity is the primary task of adolescents, and initiative is the primary task of preschoolers.

Question 8

Which of the following is an expected finding in the physical assessment of the middle-aged adult?

Accepted Answer

A respiratory rate of 12 to 20 breaths per minute is considered normal for a middle-aged adult.

Question 9

The nurse is aware of the external influences on young and middle-adult patients.With this knowledge,the nurse recognizes that which one of the following is an effective strategy to promote positive health habits for this age group?

Accepted Answer

Young and middle-adult patients are often juggling multiple responsibilities, such as work and family, leading to increased stress levels. Encouraging an effective daily exercise schedule for stress reduction is an effective strategy to promote positive health habits for this age group. Abstaining from all alcohol consumption may not be feasible or appropriate for all patients, demonstrating how to take an accurate blood pressure measurement may not necessarily promote a positive health habit, and discussing types of medications commonly used for treating depression may not be relevant unless a patient is experiencing symptoms of depression.

Question 10

The nurse is working in the health office at a local community college.Most of the students are young adults.Being aware of the major concerns for this age group,the nurse includes an assessment of which of the following for the patient?

Accepted Answer

Lifestyle and leisure activities are major concerns for young adults as these can have an impact on their overall health and well-being. Marital status and history of childhood accidents may not be as relevant for this age group, and experience with chronic disease may be more relevant for older adults.

Question 11

A 29-year-old lone female parent of three children,who is currently pregnant,comes into the well-child clinic for a prenatal visit.To determine how the patient will be able to cope with the pregnancy,which of the following questions should the nurse ask her?

Accepted Answer

The question "Whom do you have for support during this pregnancy?" is the best choice as it assesses the patient's support system, which is important in determining how she will cope with the pregnancy and any potential stressors. The other options (A- marital status, B- employment, and C- contraception) are not as relevant in assessing her ability to cope with the pregnancy.

Question 12

Lack of which of the following is considered an external barrier to changing negative health habits?

Accepted Answer

Social supports are considered an external barrier because they involve the influence and assistance from others, which is outside of an individual's personal control.

Question 13

The nurse is performing a physical examination on a 58-year-old patient.The nurse will most likely find that the patient of this age is experiencing which one of the following physiological changes related to normal aging?

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

In reviewing the developmental patterns of young adults,the nurse is aware that individuals at this point in their life usually tend to do which one of the following?

Accepted Answer

Young adults often ignore physical symptoms due to a sense of invincibility and prioritizing other life responsibilities over health concerns.

Question 15

A patient thinks that she might be pregnant.Which first-trimester physiological changes would most likely indicate this?

Accepted Answer

Amenorrhea (cessation of menstrual periods) and nausea (morning sickness) are common physiological changes in the first trimester of pregnancy. Braxton-Hicks contractions (false labor contractions) and shortness of breath may not be present until later in pregnancy. Increased colostrum (early milk production) may not occur until the third trimester.

Quiz 23: Young to Middle Adulthood