When Teaching a Patient About Home Testing for Occult Blood,the

question 27

Multiple Choice

When teaching a patient about home testing for occult blood,the nurse instructs the patient that:

• A) Positive results are indicative of bleeding
• B) Poultry and fish should be eaten before testing
• C) Testing should be done carefully during the menstrual cycle
• D) Two samples should be obtained from the same part of the stool specimen

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Definitions:

Behavior Therapies

Refers to a spectrum of therapies that aim to modify dysfunctional behaviors through techniques like desensitization, reinforcement, and cognitive restructuring, to improve psychological well-being.

Adaptive Behavior

The collection of conceptual, social, and practical skills that individuals learn and perform to effectively cope with daily life challenges.

Maladaptive Behavior

Actions or reactions that may provide short-term relief or satisfaction but ultimately do not support well-being, health, or adjustment to social situations.

Contextual Therapies

Therapeutic approaches that consider the client's environment, background, and the context of their issues as central factors in the treatment process.