The Nurse Is Listening to a Lecture on the Health

question 5

Multiple Choice

The nurse is listening to a lecture on the health maintenance focus for the patient in tertiary care. Which statement indicates that the teaching has been effective?

• A) "The focus in tertiary care is to regain or attain as much independence as possible."
• B) "The focus in tertiary care is to extend the time in tertiary care as long as possible."
• C) "The focus in tertiary care is to ensure total independence with self-care."
• D) "The focus in tertiary care is to avoid acquired infections while in the tertiary facility."

Understand the importance of determining the types of sources needed for research.

Recognize the variety of resources available in most libraries.

Evaluate the credibility and order of importance of Internet search results.

Distinguish between the credibility of different types of articles.

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Definitions:

Amygdala

A structure within the temporal lobe of the brain that is involved in the processing of emotions such as fear, anger, and pleasure.

Medulla

An essential part of the brainstem involved in autonomic functions such as heart rate and breathing.

Cerebellum

A region of the brain that plays an important role in motor control, coordination, and balance.

Pons

A part of the brain located in the brainstem, playing crucial roles in regulating breathing, communication between different parts of the brain, and sensations such as hearing, taste, and balance.