The nurse recognizes that statistics from the American Cancer Society demonstrate that males are at greater risk for the development of which types of cancer? (Select All that Apply.)

Lung

Melanoma of skin

Thyroid

Breast

Colorectal

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,B,E

A. Lung cancer is more common in males, particularly due to higher smoking rates historically, although both men and women are at risk.
B. Melanoma of the skin is more common in males, especially in older age groups. While it is important for both genders to protect their skin, men tend to develop more aggressive forms of melanoma.
C. Thyroid cancer is actually more common in women than men, though men are more likely to die from it.
D. Breast cancer is far less common in males than in females, though men can develop it, the incidence is much lower.
E. Colorectal cancer is more common in males than females, with men being at a higher risk overall.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. A hallmark characteristic of bulimia nervosa is binge eating followed by purging (through vomiting, laxative use, etc.) to prevent weight gain. The client’s statement indicates secretive behavior, which is typical for individuals with bulimia nervosa.
B. The statement "I feel a sense of power by restricting my food intake" is more indicative of anorexia nervosa, where the focus is on restricting food to maintain extreme weight loss.
C. Using laxatives only when constipated is not specific to bulimia nervosa, as this disorder often involves excessive purging (including laxative abuse) during binge episodes.
D. The feeling of "emotional high" during binge episodes is more often related to binge eating disorder than bulimia nervosa, which tends to have a focus on shame and guilt after purging.

A. Acinetobacter baumannii B. Clostridioides difficile C. MRSA D. Vancomycin-resistant Enterococci

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Acinetobacter baumannii is an opportunistic pathogen often associated with hospital-acquired infections, but it is not the most prevalent due to the use of unnecessary antibiotics.
B. Clostridioides difficile (C. diff) infections are largely the result of broad-spectrum antibiotic use, but it is not the most prevalent pathogen overall in the U.S.
C. MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) is one of the most common and prevalent antibiotic-resistant bacteria in the U.S. It has become more widespread due to overuse and misuse of antibiotics.
D. Vancomycin-resistant Enterococci (VRE) is another significant pathogen related to antibiotic resistance, but it is less prevalent compared to MRSA.

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A nurse is observing a group therapy session. Which of the following client statements should the nurse identify as an indication of bulimia nervosa?

Correct Answer is A

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Which pathogen is the result of decades of use of unnecessary antibiotics and the most prevalent in the United States

Correct Answer is C

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