Which of the following is the best sample for testing cholesterol levels?

A. Urine
B. Whole blood
C. Plasma
D. Serum


Answer: D

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The nurse is administering morphine IM, ordered for a patient reporting severe pain. To evaluate the patient's response to this drug, the nurse will assess primarily for:

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When assessing a client for hematologic system status, the nurse should consider the following: Select all that apply

1. Family history 2. Presenting symptoms 3. Chief complaint 4. Prior episodes with bleeding 5. Physical examination findings

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Erickson, Tomlin, and Swain classify human needs as

A. Basic, psychological, social. B. Basic, social, growth. C. Social, growth, drive. D. Social, growth, emerging.

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