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A patient is admitted with an acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.Which finding might the nurse expect when assessing the patient's nails?
Health
The state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
Type A
character traits include competitiveness, impatience, and a constant sense of urgency, often linked to stress-related health issues.
Negative Affect
A psychological construct representing the experience of distressing emotions such as anger, guilt, and sadness.
Dispositional Optimism
A psychological attribute that reflects the extent to which individuals hold generalized favorable expectancies for their future.
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