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sam.t96

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Which of the following statements about the goals for persons with chronic illnesses are appropriate? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A) Chronic illnesses can be cured with proper and persistent treatment.
  B) Healing requires the mobilization of the body, mind, and spirit.
  C) Appropriate care measures focus on helping patients live in harmony with chronic disease.
  D) Controlling symptoms, promoting a sense of well-being, and enhancing the quality of life are appropriate goals for persons with chronic illnesses.

Question 2

A 60-year-old man has been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) based on his clinical symptoms and polysomnographic findings. What intervention should the nurse perform to assist this patient in the management of his health problem?
 
  A) Encouraging the patient to adopt a later bedtime and earlier rising hour
  B) Encouraging the patient to avoid alcohol and hypnotic medications
  C) Teaching the patient deep breathing and coughing exercises to perform before going to bed
  D) Teaching the patient strategies for waking himself up when he experiences an apneic spell


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zoeyesther

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B, C, D
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Healing requires the mobilization of the body, mind, and spirit. Appropriate care measures focus on helping patients live in harmony with chronic disease. Controlling symptoms, promoting a sense of well-being, and enhancing the quality of life are appropriate goals for persons with chronic illnesses. Chronic illnesses cannot be cured.

Answer to Question 2

B


sam.t96

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Excellent

ryansturges

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

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