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Alainaaa8

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on: Jul 23, 2018
Which of the following is a criteria that defines nursing as profession?
 
  A) an undefined body of knowledge
  B) a dependence on the medical profession
  C) an ability to diagnose medical problems
  D) a strong service orientation

Question 2

A nurse incorporates the health promotion guidelines established by the U.S. Department of Health document: Healthy People 2010. Which of the following is a health indicator discussed in this document?
 
  A) Cancer
  B) Obesity
  C) Diabetes
  D) Hypertension


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katheyjon

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Nursing is recognized increasingly as a profession based on the following defining criteria: well-defined body of specific and unique knowledge; strong service orientation; recognized authority by a professional group; code of ethics; professional organization that sets standards; ongoing research; and autonomy.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
The 10 leading indicators of health established by Healthy People 2010 are: physical activity, excessive weight and obesity, tobacco use, substance abuse, responsible sexual behavior, mental health, injury and violence, environmental quality, immunizations, and access to health care.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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