Nur 388 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Which of the following best defines aggregate? a. A large group of persons b. A collection of individuals and families c. A collection of people who share one or more characteristics d. Another name for a demographic group ANS: C An aggregate is defined a collection of people who share one or more personal or environmental characteristics. Members of a community can be defined in terms of either geography (e.g., a county, a group of counties, or a state) or a special interest (e.g., ch...

how is pericarditis, endocarditis, myocarditis, and rheumatic acquired Correct Answer-from IV drug use, artificial valves, bacteria, viruses, foreign objects in the heart what is pericarditis Correct Answer-inflammation of the pericardium, which surrounds the heart what are some subjective symptoms of pericarditis Correct Answer-sharp pain over the sternum, radiating to the back, neck, shoulders and arms, worse pain with deep inspiration- may be relieved by sitting up, difficulty breathing...

Which of the following is the primary cause of vulnerability to health problems? a. Breakdown of family structures b. Poverty c. Prejudice d. Social isolation - b. Poverty People with lower incomes and less education tend to be at higher risk for health problems. Poverty is a primary cause of vulnerability. Which of the following terms is used to describe aggregates who are at high risk for having poor health outcomes because of limited resources? a. Disadvantaged families b. Mu...

Which statement best describes community-based nursing? a. A practice in which care is provided for individuals and families. b. Providing care with a focus on the group's needs. c. Giving care with a focus on the aggregate's needs. d. A value system in which all clients receive optimal care. - a. A practice in which care is provided for individuals and families. By definition, community-based nursing is a setting-specific practice in which care is provided for "sick" individuals ...

NUR 388 Midterm Exam Modules 4-6.

NUR 388 Midterm Exam Module 5-6

NUR 388 Midterm Exam - Modules 1-3

NUR 388 Midterm Exam Modules 4-6

NUR 388 Midterm Exam Module 5-6.