The placement of an object into a body cavity (e.g., putting a suppository in the rectum) is called ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
insertion
Insertion is putting a topical medication such as a suppository into the rectum, vagina, or urinary bladder.
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a. Provide low-cholesterol diet meals. b. Avoid substances that are hepatotoxic. c. Promote coughing and deep breathing. d. Analyze the electrocardiogram's rhythm.
What is the minimum exercise recommendation for school-age children?
a. 20 to 30 minutes of vigorous exercise six times per week b. 30 to 45 minutes of vigorous exercise five times per week c. 45 to 60 minutes of moderate to mild exercise seven times per week d. 60 to 120 minutes of moderate to mild exercise seven times per week
Any significant change in the workplace can lead to discomfort and resistance. Which statement can decrease staff resistance to the implementation of a new system?
A) "Give it time; you will like it." B) "Perhaps you need more staff development programs." C) "We know what we are doing. The committee has worked on this project for months." D) "If you find that its functions are not user-friendly, the committee can make the appropriate changes."
The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that by 2018 the need for nurses will
A) decrease by 12%. B) remain at current levels. C) increase by 22%. D) be undeterminable.