Which pancreatic enzyme is responsible for the breakdown of carbohydrates?
a. Trypsin
b. Amylase
c. Lipase
d. Chymotrypsin
Answer: b. Amylase
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a. Serratus anterior b. Intercostal c. Transversus abdominis d. Pectoralis major
What laboratory value change should indicate to a nurse that a patient with renal failure has entered the oliguric stage?
a. Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) level rises. b. Serum calcium increases. c. Blood volume decreases. d. Urine osmolality increases.
The nurse is teaching a group of new nursing graduates about identifiable qualities of strong families that help them function effectively. Which quality should be included in the teaching?
a. Lack of congruence among family members b. Clear set of family values, rules, and beliefs c. Adoption of one coping strategy that always promotes positive functioning in dealing with life events d. Sense of commitment toward growth of individual family members as opposed to that of the family unit
In a newborn, the cessation of breathing of 20 seconds or longer is best defined as
A) Dyspnea B) Apnea C) Orthopnea D) Hypercapnea