Answer to Question 1
C
An acute illness is a disruption in functional ability usually characterized by a rapid onset, intense manifestations, and a relatively short duration. An example of an acute illness is influenza. A chronic illness is a disruption in functional ability usually characterized by a gradual, insidious onset with lifelong changes that are usually irreversible. Examples of chronic illnesses include arthritis, diabetes, and emphysema.
Answer to Question 2
C
When making an ethical decision, the nurse must consider the relevant parts that include: which theories are involved; which principles are involved; who will be affected; what will be the consequences of the alternative ethical options; and what does the patient desire.
Measuring Patient Height
Photo of the neck of a patient with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma showing the swelling associated with enla
A physician uses a portable electronic tablet to enter patient data while in the examination room.
Instructing a Patient on Breast Self-Examination
Incidence of acute hepatitis B in the United States, 1980–2008.
Pathogens That Cause Foodborne Illness (4 of 5)