Case #6: Tammy Patient Profile: The patient is a 48 year old…
Case #6: Tammy Patient Profile: The patient is a 48 year old female, 5’6”, 150 lbs. Blood pressure today is 182/112. Pulse is 68. No significant medical history, other than she has an ester allergy. She is not taking any medications. Chief Complaint: “My gums bleed especially in the back. I haven’t been to a dentist or physician since 2012.” Clinical Findings: Periodontal assessment reveals 4-6 mm pockets, moderate bleeding on probing, furcation involvement. She has limited ability to open her mouth due to TMD problems. Diagnosis: Generalized Stage III Periodontitis Grade B (no grade modifiers), Caries Controlled, Deposit 3 Supplemental Notes: All pockets 4 mm or greater require local anesthesia for root planing (pulpal and soft tissue). Periodontal therapy will begin today.
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A pregnant client discloses intimate partner violence (IPV) to the nurse at a prenatal visit. The client states, “I am embarrassed because hardly anyone is abused these days.” What should the nurse tell the client concerning the number of people in the United States who have experienced some form of IPV in their lifetime?
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A community health nurse is invited to assist in drafting state legislation for alcohol use laws. Using the World Health Organization principles for developing alcohol policies, what should the nurse recommend that the legislation include? Select all that apply.
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