The nurse assesses an indication of hearing loss when a 3-month-old baby:
a. Does not babble unintelligible sounds
b. Does not cry when startled by an extremely loud sound
c. Does not turn the head toward a sound
d. Frequently pulls at the ears
C
A 3-month-old baby with hearing will turn toward a sound. Babbling does not begin until about 6 months of age. Pulling at the ears is more likely an indication of an ear infection.
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A) "The physician will probably order an anticholinergic medication to reduce the symptoms." B) "If the antipsychotic medication is stopped, these symptoms are reversible." C) "If the lowest effective dose of the medication is given, the symptoms may decrease." D) "Another atypical antipsychotic medication will be given that doesn't have these side effects."
A healthcare professional explains that children under 2 years of age have a higher risk for dehydration because of which factors?
a. Inability to concentrate urine b. Larger TBSA compared to weight than adults c. Immature kidneys d. Limited glycogen stores e. Underdeveloped antiinflammatory mediators
An _______________ permits visualization of the vasculature of an organ and the organ's arterial system
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
A woman is being taught about the effect of the reproductive hormones. Which of the following hormones acts to mature the ovarian follicles?
A) Glucagon B) Estrogen C) Progesterone D) Cortisol