40. the most avoidable cause of death in the united states is considered to be a. tobacco use. b. car accidents. c. colon cancer. d. bicycle riding.

In the past week dylan, was laid off from work, was given notice he is in academic probation and was threatened to be evicted from his apartment. as a result, he has increased his usage of alcohol and cigarettes. which of these life skills would beneficial?

In the category column, classify the following activities as either health promotion or health protection. if any of these actions fall under both the categories, write both. in the reason column, write down your reason for making each classification.

You are assessing an 86-year-old postoperative patient who has an unexpressive, stoic demeanor. when you enter the room, the patient is curled into the fetal position and your assessment reveals that his vital signs are elevated and he is diaphoretic. you ask the patient what his pain level is on a 0-to-10 scale that you explained to the patient prior to surgery. the patient indicates a pain level of “three or so.” you review your pain-management orders and find that all medications are ordered prn. how would you treat this patient's pain?