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Capo · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

The nurse working in a family practice clinic has very limited time to assess patients for health concerns. When working with middle-aged patients, which problems does the nurse assess for as the priorities? (Select all that apply.)

a. Heart disease
b. Cancer
c. Sexually transmitted diseases
d. Stroke
e. Functional abilities

Question 2

The nurse tells the student that which disorders are related to the presence of free radicals? (Select all that apply.)

a. Cancer
b. Cataracts
c. Glaucoma
d. Arthritis
e. Liver disease

iman · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, D
Specific health concerns for this age group include cardiovascular disease and cancer. The nurse should assess for heart disease, stroke, and cancer. Sexually transmitted diseases can occur in any group but is more a priority for the young adult. Functional abilities are more a priority for the older adult.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, D
Free radicals are naturally occurring chemicals that can cause cellular damage. They are implicated in such diseases as cancer, cataracts, and arthritis. They are not implicated as a causative factor in glaucoma and liver disease.