A Nurse Is Working with a Group of Refugees Who

question 9

Multiple Choice

A nurse is working with a group of refugees who recently arrived in the United States after suffering conflict-related violence in their country. The nurse knows that they should be assessed for:

• A)Communicable diseases.
• B)Injuries related to torture or sexual assault.
• C)Mental illness such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
• D)All of the above.

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Definitions:

Rapid Development

The quick growth or advancement in a particular field, technology, or biological organism, often outpacing expected timelines.

Heredity

The passing on of physical or mental traits genetically from one generation to another.

Environment

The combination of physical, chemical, and biological factors and conditions that influence the life of an organism or community.

Theory Of Mind

The ability to attribute mental states—beliefs, intents, desires, emotions, knowledge—to oneself and others and to understand that others have beliefs, desires, and intentions that are different from one's own.