What is the most common symptom of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)?
a. Heartburn
b. Drowsiness
c. Constipation
d. Bloody sputum
ANS: A
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Based on current research, how should the nurse advise a client with bipolar disorder?
1. "Avoid illegal stimulants." 2. "Reduce your sun exposure." 3. "Increase your exercise time." 4. "Avoid secondhand exposure to tobacco smoke."
For clinical purposes preterm and postterm infants are defined as:
1. preterm: before 34 weeks if AGA, before 37 weeks if SGA. 2. postterm: after 40 weeks if LGA, beyond 42 weeks if AGA. 3. preterm: before 37 weeks, postterm beyond 42 weeks; no matter the size for ges-tational age at birth. 4. preterm: SGA before 38 to 40 weeks; postterm, LGA beyond 40 to 42 weeks.
Which symptoms of inflammation are caused by leakage of blood plasma into the tissues at the site of injury or invasion?
a. Increased production and migration of leukocytes b. Phagocytosis and fever c. Warmth and redness d. Swelling and pain
A school-age client is admitted to the hospital with osteomyelitis. Which statement regarding the treatment of osteomyelitis is most appropriate for the nurse to share with the parents?
1. "Cultures should be done immediately after the first dose of antibiotic infuses." 2. "Antibiotics are ineffective against this virus." 3. "Methicillin is the antibiotic of choice." 4. "Antibiotic therapy should continue for 3–6 weeks."