What theory claims that there is a hereditary basis for aging?
a. Activity theory
b. Physiological theory
c. Disengagement theory
d. Biologic programming theory
Ans: D
Biologic programming theory suggests a hereditary basis for aging.
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The nurse is caring for an 18-pound child who has had one stool of diarrhea. The nurse knows that the child needs to consume how many milliliters of oral fluid to make up for the fluid loss?
a. 18 b. 36 c. 64 d. 81
Which of the following entries is charted correctly?
a. wound appears the same as yesterday b. range of motion improved today c. more oriented d. 100-ml coffee ground-appearing emesis
A worker has been exposed to a chemical that he is not used to working with. How should the OEHN proceed with treatment?
A. Quickly use water to rinse the chemical off and perform an assessment of the exposed skin. B. Consult the material safety data sheet (MSDS) for more information on how to treat the exposure. C. Call an ambulance and have a coworker bring a sample of the chemical with the victim to the hospital. D. Encourage self-care and have the worker come back if he experiences any other symptoms.
The nurse explains that in assessing the burn area of a child, the "rule of nines" is not a useful tool because small children have:
a. More fluid loss b. Thinner skin c. Less body fat d. Different body proportions