A patient who has had a recent below-knee amputation tells the nurse that he feels as though his toes are cramping. What would the nurse say in return?
A) "Oh, that is all in your mind. Just forget it."
B) "That is called phantom pain, and it is not unusual."
C) "Well, that is really strange. I will notify the doctor."
D) "I think it might be good to refer you to a psychiatrist."
B
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a. Call the physician immediately. b. Implement a pressure ulcer prevention program. c. Document the score. d. Order an alternating air mattress.
The human zygote has a total of how many chromosomes?
a. 23 b. 25 c. 46 d. 50
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A) protein B) vitamin C C) zinc D) vitamin A
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