Harmful microorganisms that can cause disease are called ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
pathogens
Pathogens are harmful microorganisms that can cause disease.
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A) Calcium rushes into the cell. B) Sodium rushes into the cell. C) Potassium rushes into the cell. D) Sodium and potassium are actively pumped out to the cell.
Which of the following situations would be considered pathological in an otherwise healthy, 30-year-old female?
A) The woman's ovaries are not producing new ova. B) The woman's ovaries do not synthesize or secrete luteinizing hormone (LH). C) The epithelium covering the woman's ovaries is broken during the time of ovulation. D) The woman's ovaries are not producing progesterone.
The quality improvement team reviews the records of clients on a monthly basis to determine whether protocols for pain assessment were followed. Which of the following best describes the major drawback to the team's approach?
a. The client is no longer under the agency's care. b. It is difficult to compare documentation of care to standards of care. c. Records can be inaccurate or incomplete. d. Team members may disagree on whether the standards of care were met.
An adolescent client will receive Depo-Provera as a method of birth control. She asks the nurse how long the drug will be effective. What is the best response by the nurse?
1. 2 months 2. 6 months 3. 1 year 4. 3 months