The gland wrapped around the trachea, just below the larynx is known as which of the following?
A. pineal
B. thymus
C. adrenal
D. thyroid
Answer: D
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The nurse is preparing information on breast cancer screening for a community health fair. Which information should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
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One of the long-time schizophrenic patients on the inpatient unit has developed involuntary movements of his tongue. The nurse assesses that this patient has developed:
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Who does the home health nurse expect her 85-year-old Hispanic patient will seek health advice from?
a. Local pharmacist for prescription drugs b. Folk healer (curandero) c. Priest of her church d. Close family members