Which protein, absent in muscle cells of Duchenne muscular dystrophy, mediates the anchoring of skeletal muscle fibers to the basement membrane?
a. Syntrophin
b. Laminin
c. Dystrophin
d. Troponin
Ans: c. Dystrophin
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A) Potassium level B) Creatinine clearance C) Serum albumin level D) Prothrombin time
The assessment of bulging flanks on a patient who is supine with knees flexed leads the nurse to assess further for:
a. ascites. b. bowel obstruction. c. liver disorder. d. gallstones.
The government standards regarding mechanical and physical restraints identify that:
A. Alternative measures are to be implemented first B. The nurse's judgment is all that is required for their implementation C. Restraints should be used immediately for all clients who may need them D. Restraints cannot be used except to prevent others from being harmed
Handheld devices that disperse medications through an aerosol spray or mist to penetrate lung airways are known as ___________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word