Aristotle–Unlike the excellences or virtues, there are some choices and character qualities that are inherently wrong.

What type of imagery involves focusing on exercise form?    

What might a Certified Personal Trainer do for someone in the precontemplation stage of change?

The nurse is educating a patient about preventing yeast infections. What teaching points should be included?   (Select all that apply.)

 A 10  year old child was born with congenital hydrocephalus.  The child has had a ventricular-atrial shunt placed since 6 months old. The child presents to the emergency room with headache and vision changes.  The nurse knows what other signs or symptoms would the child present with that could indicate a complication occurring? A child

Which is most important for the nurse to remember when instructing the patient about treatment with gonadal hormones?

Use the following Case Study to answer the questions below: Kira, a 3 month old female, is admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) with a diagnosis of bacterial meningitis. Her parents report a 2-day history of fever, irritability, decreased appetite, and vomiting. This morning, they noticed she was less responsive and had a high-pitched cry. Initial Assessment: Vital Signs: Temp 102.8°F (39.3°C), HR 130 bpm, RR 28 breaths/min, BP 110/60 mmHg, SpO2 96% on room air Lethargic, arouses only to painful stimuli. Left pupil 4mm, sluggishly reactive to light; Right pupil 3mm, briskly reactive to light. Anterior fontanelle tense and bulging, withdraws bilateral upper and lower extremities to pain stimuli, no focal deficits noted. Gag reflex present, positive Kernig’s and Brudzinki’s signs. High pitched inconsolable crying. Skin turgor slightly decreased. Past Medical History: Full-term infant, received all age-appropriate vaccinations. No significant past medical history. No recent travel or exposure to sick contacts reported by parents other than a mild upper respiratory symptoms 1 week prior 1. Based on Kira’s initial assessment findings, which of the following is the most concerning indicator of increased intracranial pressure (ICP) in a 3 month old? (Place answer for this question in first blank)           A. Heart rate of 130 bpm           B. Temperature of 102.8°F (39.3°C)           C. Sluggishly reactive and unequal pupils           D. Positive Kernig’s and Brudzinski’s signs 2. The nurse is developing a plan of care for Kira. Which nursing intervention is the highest priority for a patient with suspected increased ICP? (Place answer for this question in second blank)        A. Administering antipyretics to reduce fever        B. Maintaining a quiet and dimly lit environment        C. Keeping the head of the bed flat with the head in a neutral position        D. Administering broad-spectrum antibiotics as ordered 3. The nurse is monitoring Kira for signs of worsening neurological status. Which of the following, if observed, would indicate a late and critical sign of increased ICP and impending brain herniation? (Place answer for this question in third blank)      A. Restlessness and irritability               B. Headache and nausea      C. Widening cranial sutures and increased head circumference      D. Hypertension, bradycardia, depressed/irregular respirations

Which drug is administered when a patient is experiencing premature labor?

A nurse is assessing a child with a head injury.  The client has clear drainage from the nose and ears it has been that there is confirmed cerebrospinal fluid leak. Which of the following orders should the nurse question?

Which drug will the nurse administer to prevent neonatal conjunctivitis in the newborn?