Chapter 24
1. A clinic nurse is caring for a patient who has just been diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The patient asks the nurse what he could have done to minimize the risk of contracting this disease. What would be the nurse’s best answer? A) □The most important risk factor for COPD is exposure to occupational toxins.□ B) □The most important risk factor for COPD is inadequate exercise.□ C) □The most important risk factor for COPD is exposure to dust and pollen.□ D) □The most important risk factor for COPD is cigarette smoking.□ Ans: D Feedback: The most important risk factor for COPD is cigarette smoking. Lack of exercise and exposure to dust and pollen are not risk factors for COPD. Occupational risks are significant but are far exceeded by smoking.
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- 11 de abril de 2021
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