In the term muscular,the suffix -ar means:

A) pertaining to.
B) small.
C) treatment.
D) large.

During assessment,the client says that it has been "a long time" since she has thought very much about religion.The nurse caring for this client has a strong belief in God and the healing power of prayer.What action should be taken by the nurse?

A) Mention the nurse's belief and offer to pray with the client for forgiveness
B) Tell the client that the nurse will pray for her often
C) Ask the client if there are any spiritual needs with which the staff can assist
D) Refer the client for spiritual counselling

A nurse finds a patient diagnosed with anorexia nervosa vigorously exercising before gaining the agreed-upon weekly weight. Which response by the nurse is appropriate?

A) "You and I will have to sit down and discuss this problem."
B) "It bothers me to see you exercising. I am afraid you will lose more weight."
C) "Let's discuss the relationship between exercise, weight loss, and the effects on your body."
D) "According to our agreement, no exercising is permitted until you have gained a specific amount of weight."

Which bite causes Rocky Mountain spotted fever?

A) Flea
B) Tick
C) Mosquito
D) Mouse or rat

The patient is brought to the emergency department with possible injury to the left shoulder. Which area will the nurse assess to best determine joint mobility?

A) The patient's gait
B) The patient's range of motion
C) The patient's ethnic influences
D) The patient's fine-motor coordination

Kellen is a client with a history of major depression. Lately, however, she describes having experienced some "manic" episodes and wonders whether she might be bipolar. Which of the following symptoms described by Kellen should the nurse recognize as consistent with a manic episode? (Select all that apply.)

A) Feelings of worthlessness
B) Reduced need for sleep
C) Racing thoughts
D) Loss of interest in sex
E) Talkativeness