Which of the following best explains the process of phagocytosis?
A) Release of chemicals to destroy bacteria and foreign material
B) Engulfment and digestion of bacteria and foreign material
C) Removal of bacteria and dead blood cells from circulation
D) Conversion of memory cells to plasma cells
B
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Why does the nurse stress the importance of advance directives to a 70-year-old gay man who has been in a monogamous relationship for 20 years?
a. All persons older than 60 years should have advance directives. b. Gay and lesbian couples are estranged from their families. c. Life partners frequently abandon unions when terminal illness occurs. d. Life partners have no legal standing in many states.
Which disorder is caused by a microorganism that uses the bloodstream as its main portal of entry?
A. Syphilis B. Hepatitis A C. Lyme disease D. Genital herpes
In practice, the use of evidence:
a. disciplines intuitive responses. b. replaces intuitive responses. c. makes intuitive responses inconsequential. d. affirms intuitive responses.
The parent of a junior high-school child who has type 1 diabetes asks the nurse if the child can participate in sports. The nurse will tell the parent
a. that strenuous exercise is not recommended for children with diabetes. b. that the child must be monitored for hyperglycemia while exercising. c. to administer an extra dose of regular insulin prior to exercise. d. to send a snack with the child to eat just prior to exercise.