A patient is prescribed digoxin (Lanoxin), which affects the function of the sinoatrial node. Which of the following statements describes the function of the sinoatrial node?
A) The aortic cusp
B) Normal pacemaker
C) Contractile property
D) Source of collateral circulation
B
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Which activity does this represent? 1. Group problem solving 2. Critical thinking 3. Groupthink 4. Satisficing
What is the site of the most common strain injury acquired by the nurse when working?
a. Trapezius muscle group b. Thoracic muscle group c. Lumbar muscle group d. Thigh muscle group
A health care provider reports to the labor nurse that a patient is being transferred from the clinic directly to the hospital with possible preeclampsia. What is the nurse's priority action when the patient is admitted?
a. Obtain the patient's weight. b. Take the patient's vital signs. c. Start an IV with lactated Ringer's at 75 mL/hr. d. Ask support persons to leave the birthing room.
Although the skeleton determines the size of the body's framework, muscle and fat determine body shape. The student nurse is preparing a chart on the various types of muscles. Based on her information, what should be included about smooth muscles?
A) Responsible for facial expression and posture under involuntary control B) Responsible for locomotion under voluntary control C) Responsible for motion inside body organs and structures under involuntary control D) Responsible for propelling blood through blood vessels under voluntary control