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xroflmao · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A nurse is assessing a patient's risk factors for heart disease and finds that the patient has several risk factors. How should the nurse interpret this finding?

a. The patient needs surgery for heart disease.
b. The patient has a genetic disease.
c. The patient will develop the disease.
d. The patient has an increased chance to develop the disease.

Question 2

A nurse wants to become an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) and have a higher degree of independence. Which advanced roles could the nurse pursue? (Select all that apply.)

a. Clinical nurse specialist
b. Nurse manager
c. Nurse practitioner
d. Nurse midwife
e. Nurse anesthetist

parker125 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
The presence of a risk factor does not mean that a disease will develop, but risk factors increase the chances that the individual will experience a particular disease. Although genetics can be a risk factor, it does not mean the patient has a genetic disease. The patient does not need surgery for heart disease because risk factors only increase the probability of the disease occurring.

Answer to Question 2

A, C, D, E
The advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) is the most independently functioning nurse. An APRN has a master's degree in nursing; advanced education in pathophysiology, pharmacology, and physical assessment; and certification and expertise in a specialized area of practice. There are four core roles for the APRN: clinical nurse specialist (CNS), nurse practitioner (NP), certified nurse midwife (CNM), and certified RN anesthetist (CRNA). Nurse managers do not require an advanced degree.