Sexually transmitted diseases are transmitted by which type of contact?
a. vector borne c. vehicle
b. airborne d. direct contact
D
The most important and frequent mode of transmission is contact transmission. This involves the transfer of an agent from an infected person to a host by direct contact with the infected person, indirect contact with the infected person through a fomite, or close contact with contaminated secretions. Sexually transmitted diseases are spread by direct contact.
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A) A slowing of the action of the neurons may lead to their depletion. B) Monoamine oxidase (MAO) strengthens the impact of biogenic amines. C) The number or sensitivity of postsynaptic receptors may increase. D) Norepinephrine may be depleted because biogenic amines feed off of loose particles of the neurotransmitter.
The nurse is concerned about the patient who is in her first trimester of pregnancy and has been exposed to German measles, because this disease is capable of:
a. causing a spontaneous abortion. b. causing birth defects. c. causing high fever and convulsions. d. interfering with placental implantation.
The nurse is reviewing content from the PICOT question format to identify terms to search when accessing information from a database. Which content should the nurse use as keyword(s) for this search?
1. Outcome 2. Assessment 3. Patient home address 4. Patient discharge plan
A client is beginning drug treatment for hypothyroidism and asks the nurse "How do I know if the drug is working?" The nurse would respond by stating that: Select all that apply
1. "You should notice less symptoms of the disorder.". 2. "You will need to have your thyroid levels monitored.". 3. "You will notice at least a 2-pound weight loss.". 4. "You should ask your doctor if the drug is working.". 5. "You will periodically notice a burst in your energy level.". Correct