What determines physical characteristics? - ANSWERSGenetic Heredity - characteristics inherited from each parent are carried in gene pairs on the 23 pairs of chromosomes, which carry the genetic information that determines the person's cellular differentiation, growth, and function
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RNSG 1430 Exam 5 Study Guide
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What determines physical characteristics? - ANSWERSGenetic Heredity -
characteristics inherited from each parent are carried in gene pairs on the 23 pairs of
chromosomes, which carry the genetic information that determines the person's cellular
differentiation, growth, and function
How do you treat a temper tantrum? - ANSWERSIf the child is safe, let them throw a fit
until they give it up. It is a learned behavior to getting what they want. Ignore them, don't
say anything, and just let it happen.
How does a fetus develop? - ANSWERSEmbryonic stage- Cephalocaudal- how the
fetus develops "from the head to tail"
What is the biggest influence of adolescents? - ANSWERSChildren are going to follow
their peers when it comes to what they do or say. (Peer pressure)
What does breast milk provide to a neonate? - ANSWERSColostrum helps protect the
child's immune system. Breast feeding should occur for the first year.
When is it ok to start solid foods for an infant? - ANSWERSTongue extrusion reflex
(when you touch their lips and they stick their tongue out) Disappears between 4-6
months of age at that time you can introduce foods one at a time.
When does bonding occur? - ANSWERSBonding occurs during a sensitive period in the
first few hours after birth.
Define social isolation - ANSWERSis a sense of being alone and lonely as a result of
having fewer meaningful relationships.
What is the leading cause of death in adolescents and young adults? -
ANSWERSInjuries are the leading cause of death for adolescents and young adults.
Motor vehicle crashes are the most common cause of mortality, often associated with
the use of alcohol or other drugs.
Menopause symptoms - ANSWERSa gradual decrease in ovarian function, with
subsequent depletion of estrogen and progesterone. periods stop, hot flashes, mood
swings and fatigue
What is ageism? - ANSWERSa form of prejudice, like racism, in which older adults are
stereotyped by characteristics found in only a few members of their group. Fundamental
, to ageism is the view that older people are different and will remain different; therefore,
they do not experience the same desires, needs, and concerns as other adults.
What is the leading cause of cognitive impairment is old age? - ANSWERSMost
common cause of cognitive impairment in people this age is Alzheimer's. #1 risk factor
for this condition is Age and people are living much longer.
How do you encourage reminiscence? - ANSWERS(Life review)a way for an older adult
to relive and restructure life experiences and is part of achieving ego integrity.
Ask to hear about their life, listen, have conversation
Do all older adults have mental impairment? - ANSWERSIt is a myth to say the older
you get, the less cognitively sharp you are.
So no not all older adults have mental impairment
What is separation anxiety? - ANSWERSoccurs when a child is separated from loved
ones who offer security. When baby is stressed immune system goes down, BMR goes
up, and the baby just doesn't do well.
Middle adults are at risk of gaining weight - ANSWERSMiddle adults tend to maintain
previous eating patterns and caloric intake while being less physically active. This trend
can result in obesity and atherosclerosis, with an increased risk for high blood pressure,
coronary artery disease, renal failure, and diabetes.
Are scatter rugs a good gift for an 85 year old? - ANSWERSScatter rugs are a very
common cause of falls and broken hip.
What would be the biggest concern in a preterm newborn? - ANSWERSNeonate stage -
birth to 28 days. Hole in the heart has to close up first, if the hole doesn't close you end
up with a heart murmur. First thing to assess on neonate.
Nurses caring for patients in health care facilities need to provide culturally competent
care to an increasingly diverse population. Which statements accurately describe a
characteristic of cultural diversity that exists in the United States? -
ANSWERSIndividuals may be members of multiple cultural groups at one time.
Culture guides what is acceptable behavior for people in a specific group.
Cultural practices may evolve over time but mainly remain constant.
In order to provide culturally competent care, nurses must be alert to factors inhibiting
sensitivity to diversity in the health care system, including cultural imposition. Which
examples exemplify cultural imposition? - ANSWERSA hospital nurse tells a nurse's
aide that patients should not be given a choice whether or not to shower or bathe daily.
A Catholic nurse insists that a patient diagnosed with terminal bladder cancer see the
chaplain in residence.
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