Which of the following tests should be done with every physical exam?
a. blood sugar, testicular exam, rectal exam of the prostate, and electrocardiogram
b. blood sugar, cholesterol, complete blood count, electrocardiogram (EKG), stool for blood, and urinalysis
c. cholesterol, complete blood count, and Papanicolaou smear
d. complete blood count, breast exam, and EKG
B
Among the leading causes of death associated with lifestyle factors that can be controlled are heart disease, associated with tobacco use, diabetes, obesity, high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, and lack of exercise; cancer, associated with tobacco, alcohol abuse, environmental exposure, and inadequate diet; stroke, associated with tobacco use, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and lack of exercise.
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a. dependent, independent b. independent, dependent c. treatment, controlled d. controlled, treatment
The nurse assesses a client who has myasthenia gravis. Which clinical manifestation does the nurse expect to observe in this client?
a. Inability to perform the six cardinal posi-tions of gaze b. Lateralization to the affected side during the Weber test c. Absent deep tendon reflexes d. Impaired stereognosis
Recruiting among the emerging workforce (18- to 35-year-olds) is a challenge for healthcare agencies. Marketing brochures should address the leadership and vision of the healthcare agency
Which of the following workplace environments will attract applicants in the emerging workforce? a. A highly professional environment b. A nurturing and receptive environment c. An environment highlighted by lots of meetings, so staff members can have lots of input d. A totally online environment, so staff members will not have to interface with uncaring colleagues
Poor patient outcomes after a traumatic injury are associated with:
A. chest tube placement for treatment of a hemothorax. B. immediate decompression of a tension pneumothorax. C. massive transfusions of blood products. D. peritoneal lavage to diagnose intraabdominal bleeding.