In Caring for Patients with Noncommunicable Diseases (NCD), Nurses Must

question 8

Multiple Choice

In caring for patients with noncommunicable diseases (NCD) , nurses must not only understand the pathophysiology of the disease but also:

• A)Focus solely on the acute stage of disease.
• B)Understand the disease from a public health perspective.
• C)Conduct research related to treatment of the disease.
• D)Focus solely on primary prevention.

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Definitions:

Mechanical Energy

The sum of an object's kinetic energy (energy in motion) and potential energy (stored energy based on position).

Thermal Energy

The internal energy present in a system due to its temperature.

Chemical Energy

A form of potential energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, released or absorbed during chemical reactions.

Glial Cells

Non-neuronal cells in the central nervous system that support, protect, and nourish neurons, playing key roles in neural health and function.