Which type of anemia is characterized by fatigue, weakness, and dyspnea, as well as conjunctiva of the eyes and brittle, concave nails?
a. Pernicious
b. Iron deficiency
c. Aplastic
d. Hemolytic
Ans: b. Iron deficiency
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When a nurse notes paradoxical respiration in a patient in the emergency department who fell off some scaffolding, the nurse applies _____ to the ribs
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
A 44-year-old man has suffered severe electrical burns while working on an infrastructure project. Rapid assessment at the scene of the accident reveals that he has burns to his entire lower body and is currently unconscious
What is the priority action in the immediate care of this patient? A) Cooling the patient's burns B) Establishing intravenous access C) Covering the patient's burns with sterile gauze D) Maintaining a patent airway
Which of the following best describes a nonprescription medication?
1. is best used under the supervision of a health care provider 2. is potentially habit-forming, either psychologically or physically 3. has a high potential for abuse 4. can enhance health or treat minor illnesses