The nurse recognizes which one of the following as the leading ...

[joe]

The nurse recognizes which one of the following as the leading cause of death for persons between the ages of 1 and 34 years?
 
  a. Physical abuse
  b. Accidental injury
  c. Contagious diseases
  d. Falls

Question 2

Identify the assessments suggestive of an altered self-concept.
 
  a. Limping gait and large smile
  b. Slumped posture and poor personal hygiene
  c. Verbally responds when asked a question
  d. Appropriately dressed with clean clothes

[bfulkerson77]

Answer to Question 1

B

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A Physical abuse is not the leading cause of death in this age group.
B In Canada, accidental injuries are the leading cause of death for persons between the age of 1 and 34 years. Accidental injuries are also a major cause of disability.
C Contagious diseases are not the leading cause of death in this age group.
D Falls are not the leading cause of death in this age group.

Answer to Question 2

B
A self-concept is created by an individual's identity, body image, and role performance. Poor personal hygiene and slumping posture best describe a person with an impaired self-concept. Smiling, appropriate responses, and appropriate appearance are all signs of normal self-concept.