The Nurse Formulates Which of the Following as a Goal

question 15

Multiple Choice

The nurse formulates which of the following as a goal of therapy for a client taking finasteride (Proscar) ?

• A) Weight gain of 1 to 2 pounds per week
• B) Stronger urinary stream without hesitancy
• C) Restoration of full head of hair in 1 month
• D) Increase in libido

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Definitions:

Concurrent Validity

Evidence that test scores are related to an external source that can be measured at around the same time the test is being given (“here and now” validity). This is a type of criterion-related validity.

Predictive Validity

The extent to which a test score or instrument can predict the performance or outcomes on relevant future measures.

Criterion-related Validity

A measure of how well one variable or test predicts an outcome based on information from other variables.

Psychotic Tendencies

Propensities or inclinations towards experiencing psychosis, characterized by a disconnection from reality, often involving delusions or hallucinations.