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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is anxious about assessing the sexual history of a patient who is considerably older than the nurse is. Which statement would be most appropriate for obtaining information about the patient's sexual practices?

A. Some people are not sexually active, others have a partner, and some have several partners. What has been your pattern?

B. Sexual health can reflect a number of medical problems, so I'd like to ask if you have any sexual problems you think we should know about.

C. It's your own business, of course, but it might be helpful for us to have some information about your sexual history. Could you tell me about that, please?

D. I would appreciate it if you could share your sexual history with me so I can share it with your health care provider. It might be helpful in planning your treatment.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Some people are not sexually active, others have a partner, and some have several partners. What has been your pattern?

Question 2 of 5

A nurse assesses an elderly patient. The nurse should complete the Geriatric Depression Scale if the patient answers which question affirmatively.

A. Would you say your mood is often sad?

B. Are you having any trouble with your memory?

C. Have you noticed an increase in your alcohol use?

D. Do you often experience moderate to severe pain?

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Would you say your mood is often sad?

Question 3 of 5

A nurse and social worker co-lead a reminiscence group for eight young-old adults. Which activity is most appropriate to include in the group?

A. Mild aerobic exercise

B. Singing a song from World War II

C. Discussing national leadership during the Vietnam War

D. Identifying the most troubling story in today's newspaper

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Discussing national leadership during the Vietnam War

Question 4 of 5

A patient's body is covered by fine, downy hair. The patient weighs 70 pounds and is 5 feet 4 inches tall. Which term should be documented?

A. Amenorrhea

B. Alopecia

C. Lanugo

D. Stupor

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Lanugo

Question 5 of 5

A patient has acute anxiety related to an automobile accident 2 hours ago. The patient needs teaching about drugs from which group?

A. Tricyclic antidepressants

B. Antipsychotic drugs

C. Antimanic drugs

D. Benzodiazepines

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Benzodiazepines

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