There is evidence that dietary supplementation or adequate intake of fish oils and omega-3 fatty acids have well-documented:
1. Concern for developing cardiac dysrhythmias
2. Anti-inflammatory effects
3. Total cholesterol-lowering effects
4. Effects on fasting blood sugar
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A) Immediately disconnect circuit from the patient B) Decrease the rate of blood flow by pump C) Use a saline bolus to diagnosis clot location and extent D) Raise the ultrafiltration collection device
A older adult resident of an assisted living facility appears depressed and often talks about how his declining health has made it difficult to fulfill his "retirement dreams." The nurse is being directed by what type of aging therapy when sharing with hi
a. Biological b. Psychological c. Social d. Spiritual
A nurse is assessing the health risks of a family. Which of the following health risks would the family be most likely to voluntarily assume?
a. Newly built power plant b. Smoking cigarettes c. Speeding vehicles near playground d. Industrial pollution
A patient has a genitourinary infection and is being treated with a fluoroquinolone. What is the advantage of a fluoroquinolone over an aminoglycoside?
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