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madam-professor

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on: Jul 11, 2018
An older patient consistently rates pain as being a 6 on a scale from 0 to 10 even after receiving pain medication every 6 hours. What should the nurse realize the patient is at risk for developing? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A) Depression
  B) Heart disease
  C) Hopelessness
  D) Kidney stones
  E) Spiritual distress

Question 2

At what age should a male be taught testicular self-exam (TSE)?
 
  a. 10
  b. 13
  c. 15
  d. 20


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taylorsonier

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

A, C, E
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The experience of chronic or unrelenting pain can cause a person to become depressed, hopeless, and spiritually distressed. Heart disease and kidney stones are not associated with chronic pain.

Answer to Question 2

B
Young men should be taught to perform TSE monthly beginning at puberty.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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