A mother is concerned because her 18-month-old toddler has 12 teeth. She is wondering if this is normal for a child of this age. Which is the best response by the nurse?

A) "How many teeth did you have at this age?"
B) "This is a normal number of teeth for an 18 month old."
C) "Normally, by age 2 years, 16 deciduous teeth are expected."
D) "All 20 deciduous teeth are expected to erupt by age 4 years."

A patient states during the interview that she noticed a new lump in the shower a few days ago. It was on her left breast near her axilla. How should the nurse proceed?

A) Palpate the lump first.
B) Palpate the unaffected breast first.
C) Avoid palpating the lump because it could be a cyst, which might rupture.
D) Palpate the breast with the lump first but plan to palpate the axilla last.

The nurse is caring for a patient who is experiencing alcohol withdrawal. What is the highest priority for this patient?

A) Describe how the alcohol is causing the withdrawal effects.
B) Leave the patient by him/herself so as not to cause agitation.
C) Promote a safe, calm, and comfortable environment.
D) Refer the patient to an alcohol-abuse counselor.

According to the World Health Organization,what is the best description of "health"?

A) Simply the absence of disease.
B) Involving the total person and environment.
C) Strictly personal in nature.
D) Status of pathological state.

A mixed method approach is sometimes also called ___________, and can improve reliability and validity.

A preterm newborn of 36 weeks of gestation is admitted to the NICU. Approximately 2 hours after birth, the newborn begins having difficulty breathing, with grunting, tachypnea, and nasal flaring. Which is important for the nurse to recognize?

A) This is a normal finding.
B) This is not significant unless cyanosis is present.
C) Improvement should occur within 24 hours.
D) Further evaluation is needed.