A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client about how to prevent the onset of manifestations of Raynaud's phenomenon. Which of the following statements should the nurse identify as an indication that the client needs further teaching?
"I will wear gloves when removing food from the freezer."
"I will complete the smoking cessation program I started."
"I will try to anticipate and avoid stressful situations."
"I will keep my house at a cool temperature."
The Correct Answer is D
A. Wearing gloves when removing food from the freezer is appropriate and helps prevent exposure to cold, which can trigger symptoms of Raynaud's phenomenon.
B. Completing a smoking cessation program is beneficial, as smoking can exacerbate symptoms of Raynaud's.
C. Avoiding stressful situations is advisable since stress can trigger vasoconstriction and exacerbate symptoms
.
D. Keeping the house at a cool temperature is not recommended, as cold environments can provoke Raynaud's symptoms; the client should aim to maintain a warm environment to minimize triggers.
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B. Peptic ulcer disease is not associated with dementia, and the loss of nerve cells in the stomach does not lead to cognitive decline.
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D. Vascular dementia is often caused by stroke due to reduced blood flow or damage to the blood vessels in the brain, leading to cognitive decline and memory loss.
Correct Answer is ["A","B","C"]
Explanation
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B. Violence, including assaults or domestic abuse, can result in traumatic brain injuries, often due to blunt trauma to the head.
C. Sports-related injuries, particularly from contact sports like football or boxing, are a well-recognized cause of TBIs.
D. While firefighting can involve physical risks, it is not a direct cause of traumatic brain injuries unless an accident involving the head occurs.
E. Working in a factory, though it may pose various risks, does not typically involve causes directly linked to TBIs unless there is an accidental head injury.