What is the cause of most aneurysms of the abdominal aorta?

A. Inflammation of the aortic wall
B. Marked arteriosclerosis of the aorta
C. Cystic degeneration of the aortic wall of unknown etiology
D. Excessive cigarette smoking


B

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A parent says to the nurse, "I think my son is showing signs of obsessive-compulsive disorder, just like my father." Which risk factors in the client's medical history would support this diagnosis?

Select all that apply. A) Lives with parents B) Male gender C) Unemployed D) History of chronic illnesses E) Family history

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When caring for a client who has been digitalized for his heart failure, the nurse observes that the client is experiencing bradycardia

Which of the following would the nurse expect the primary health care provider to prescribe for the client's bradycardia? A) Atropine B) Cholestyramine C) Furosemide D) Milrinone

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