Factors related to smoking that contribute to cardiovascular disease include:
a. vasodilation.
b. decreased risk for embolus.
c. increased risk for ischemia.
d. the harmful effects of active smoking are not similar to the effects of passive smoke.
c
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A) Elevate the client's legs. B) Place the client on the left side and protect the airway. C) Place the client in the supine position. D) Elevate the head of the bed.
The nurse is providing discharge instructions for a patient going home on warfarin (Coumadin). Which of the following statements made by the patient indicates a need for further teaching re-garding warfarin?
a. "I will avoid participating in heavy contact sports." b. "I will use my electric razor when shaving." c. "I will take aspirin if I get a headache." d. "I will contact my physician if I develop excessive bruising."
Which is an appropriate recommendation in preventing tooth decay in young children?
a. Substitute raisins for candy. b. Substitute sugarless gum for regular gum. c. Use honey or molasses instead of refined sugar. d. When sweets are to be eaten, select a time not during meals.
Perforation of an appendix or abdominal trauma can lead to:
a. peritonitis. b. hepatitis. c. inflammatory bowel disease. d. irritable bowel syndrome.