Author Question: The deficit-orientation model of chronic conditions assumes that people with chronic conditions are: ... (Read 143 times)

lb_gilbert · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The deficit-orientation model of chronic conditions assumes that people with chronic conditions are:

a. lacking important aspects of life
b. lacking in sufficient finances to receive adequate medical services
c. intellectually impaired
d. unable to function in society

Question 2

The home health nurse gives the parents of a child with a cleft palate a list of assessments that would indicate that the baby is developing complications of the cleft palate, such as: (Select all that apply.)

a. Middle ear infections
b. Thrush
c. Respiratory infections
d. Deviated septum
e. Failure to thrive

coyin · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A

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A Correct: The deficit-orientation model of chronic conditions assumes that people with chronic conditions are lacking important aspects of life.
B Incorrect: The deficit-orientation model of chronic conditions does not assume that people with chronic conditions are lacking in sufficient finances to receive adequate medical services.
C Incorrect: The deficit-orientation model of chronic conditions does not assume that people with chronic conditions are intellectually impaired.
D Incorrect: The deficit-orientation model of chronic conditions does not assume that people with chronic conditions are unable to function in society.

Answer to Question 2

A, C, E
Because the cleft palate forms a passageway between the nasopharynx and the nose, the child is at risk for ear and respiratory infections. Should the child be exhausted with long feeding times, the child may cease to gain weight.