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Capo

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Although some people with chronic illness assume what might be called a sick role identity, most do not consider themselves to be sick or ill and try to live as normal a life as possible.
 
  What event is most likely to cause an individual who has a chronic illness to begin thinking of himself or herself as being disabled?
  A) Referral to a medical specialist or a clinical nurse specialist
  B) Involvement of family members or close friends in the planning of care
  C) Decreased ability to perform activities of daily living
  D) Qualifying for Medicare or Medicaid

Question 2

A patient is in a hospice receiving palliative care for lung cancer. The cancer has metastasized to the liver and bones. The patient is experiencing dyspnea. What might the nurse do to help to relive the dyspnea the patient is experiencing?
 
  A) A fluid bolus
  B) High-flow oxygen to treat low oxygen saturation
  C) High doses of opioids
  D) Administer corticosteroids as ordered



briezy

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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

D



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