Asked by Adrian Perry on Apr 24, 2024
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The spouse of a patient with terminal cancer is refusing pain medication for the patient because of previous experiences with soldiers who became addicted to pain medication.A nurse will need to focus on which internal variable when approaching this situation?
A) Developmental stage
B) Family practices
C) Intellectual background
D) Spiritual factors
Terminal Cancer
An advanced stage of cancer with no cure and a focus on palliative care to manage symptoms and improve the patient's quality of life. This term reflects a broader context than specifically lung cancer.
Pain Medication
Drugs used to alleviate pain, ranging from over-the-counter options like acetaminophen to prescription opioids and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
Internal Variable
Internal variable typically refers to a factor within a system or organism that can change and influence processes or outcomes, such as in psychological or biological contexts.
- Understand the influence of internal and external variables on health beliefs and behaviors.
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the influence of internal and external variables on health beliefs and behaviors.
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