Do scientists believe that radiation damage to reproductive cells is cumulative?
What will be an ideal response?
Yes. Chromosome damage is cumulative, increasing in effect with each successive radiation exposure. Reproductive cells are incapable of self-repair. Radiation can produce mutations that may manifest in the individual's offspring.
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a. allergist b. cardiologist c. dermatologist d. anesthesiologist
Mr. Long is being discharged from the long-term-care facility. What should not the nursing assistant do?
A. Take Mr. Long to the facility exit in a wheelchair. B. Help Mr. Long dress, if necessary. C. Teach Mr. Long about the medications he will take at home. D. Help Mr. Long into car.
Allopurinol is known as which of the following agents?
A) an antifungal B) an antigout medication C) an anti-gouty arthritis medication D) a muscle relaxant
List the patient check-in procedures
What will be an ideal response?