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Sidra Haroon
on Oct 28, 2024
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The nurse is teaching a clinic patient about hypertension.Which statement indicates the patient is present oriented?
A) "I know I need to lose weight; I'll have to begin an exercise program right away."
B) "If I change my diet and begin exercising,maybe I can control my blood pressure without medications."
C) "I know I need to give up foods that contain a lot of salt,but with teenagers in the house it is very difficult."
D) "I will reduce the amount of calories,salt,and fat that I eat; I certainly do not want to have a stroke."
Present Oriented
A focus or mindset that concentrates on the current time and immediate experiences, often with less concern for past or future consequences.
Hypertension
A chronic medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated, leading to health risks.
- Detect and acknowledge the wide range of cultural origins among patients and the influence these have on health-related beliefs and practices.
- Acknowledge and address the ethical considerations in caring for non-English-speaking patients and those from different cultural backgrounds.
Verified Answer
BK
Learning Objectives
- Detect and acknowledge the wide range of cultural origins among patients and the influence these have on health-related beliefs and practices.
- Acknowledge and address the ethical considerations in caring for non-English-speaking patients and those from different cultural backgrounds.
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