A Patient Is Concerned About the Body Changes That Have

question 5

Multiple Choice

A patient is concerned about the body changes that have resulted from long-term prednisone therapy for the treatment of asthma.Which effect of this drug therapy would be present to support the nursing diagnosis of disturbed body image?

• A) Weight loss
• B) Weight gain
• C) Pale skin color
• D) Hair loss

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Definitions:

Thorough Debriefing

A comprehensive process following a psychological study or experiment where participants are fully informed about the nature of the study, its design, and the results.

Informed Consent

A process in research and medical practice where individuals are fully informed about the procedures, risks, and goals before agreeing to participate or undergo treatment.

Anonymity

The state in which an individual's identity is unknown or unacknowledged in a particular context.

Deception

The act of misleading or deceiving someone, often to gain an advantage or hide the truth.