An Older Adult African American Client with a History of Celiac

question 29

Multiple Choice

An older adult African American client with a history of celiac disease presents with abdominal cramps, pain, and diarrhea. The client denies the use of alcohol, but states, "My favorite foods are steak, cheese, and ice cream." Based on this data, which condition does the nurse suspect?

• A)Acute pancreatitis
• B)Appendicitis
• C)Lactase deficiency
• D)Food poisoning

Understand the Type A and Type B behavior patterns and their impact on health.

Recognize the effects of chronic and acute stress on health.

Explain the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) and its stages.

Describe the physiological and psychological responses to stress, including fight-or-flight and tend-and-befriend.

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Definitions:

Power Assertion

A method of childrearing in which the parent uses punishment and authority to correct the child’s misbehavior.

Delay Gratification

The ability to resist the temptation for an immediate reward and wait for a later reward, often considered a sign of emotional intelligence and self-control.

Developmental Psychologist

A psychologist who studies the psychological growth and changes that occur throughout a person's life.

Moral Development

The process through which individuals develop proper attitudes and behaviors toward other people in society, based on social and cultural norms, rules, and laws.