The Pediatric Nurse Is Treating a Patient Who Has Questions

question 14

Multiple Choice

The pediatric nurse is treating a patient who has questions about safer sexual practices. The patient states, "I think I should wait until marriage to be sexually active because I'm not sure sex is OK outside of marriage." The nurse understands the student is acting with which component of Freud's theory?

• A) Id
• B) Ego
• C) Superego
• D) Anal

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Definitions:

Blistered Area

A region of skin showing blisters, which are fluid-filled bumps resulting from friction, burns, or other irritations.

Sacral Pressure

Pressure exerted on the sacral area of the spine, often leading to discomfort or pressure ulcers in individuals with limited mobility.

Exposed Bone

A medical condition where bone becomes visible through the skin or an open wound, often requiring medical intervention.

Braden Scale

A tool used in healthcare to predict the risk of developing pressure ulcers by assessing factors such as mobility, moisture, and nutrition.