While examining the throat, the nurse notes that the patient's tonsils bilaterally extend beyond the anterior pillars and almost to the uvula. Which is an appropriate grade based on this data?
1) Grade 1 +
2) Grade 2 +
3) Grade 3 +
4) Grade 4 +
ANS: 2
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The purpose of genetic screening includes which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
a. To identify those individuals who should be discouraged from ever having children b. To provide a reason for abortion of fetuses that may possibly be born with a congenital disease c. To provide early recognition of a disease for which effective intervention and therapy exist, before symptoms occur d. To provide identification of carriers of a genetic disease for the purpose of maximizing parenthood planning options e. To reduce the burden of disease among children living in the United States f. To obtain population data on frequency, spectrum, and natural history of a genetic disease
The nurse is teaching parents guidelines for feeding their 8-month-old infant with failure to thrive (FTT). Which statement by the parents indicates a need for further teaching?
a. "We will continue to use the 24-kcal/oz formula." b. "We will be sure to follow the formula preparation instructions." c. "We will be sure to give our infant at least 8 oz of juice every day." d. "We will be sure to feed our infant according to the written schedule."
The nurse is discussing the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) program with a patient and spouse
They are overwhelmed and ask if there is one measure recommended by the program that would have the biggest impact so they can start with that measure first. The nurse should suggest: 1. Decreasing sodium intake to less than 1,500 mg/day 2. Losing weight 3. Increasing intake of dairy products 4. Controlling diabetes to an A1C less than 7%
_____________________, a synthetic opiate, has been the therapy of choice for heroin addiction. It crosses the placenta, leading to significant neonatal abstinence syndrome af-ter birth
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