A student asks the professor to explain the characteristic appearance of stools in people with cystic fibrosis. What explanation by the professor is best?
a. Bile ducts obstructed with mucus, leading to clay colored stools
b. Mechanical obstruction causes narrow, ribbon-like stool
c. Deficiency of pancreatic enzymes leads to steatorrhea.
d. Ischemia due to sodium blockages causes bloody stools.
Answer: c. Deficiency of pancreatic enzymes leads to steatorrhea.
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A nurse researcher selects a notebook computer to collect data for a research study. Which statement regarding data collection using mobile devices is accurate?
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What is typically ordered by a physician, for an area of inflammation, for 24-72 hours to control the inflammation, especially when pain and edema are present?
a. compression c. dry heat b. warm, moist heat d. cold (ice)
Which modality is licensed in many states?
a. therapeutic touch c. reflexology b. healing touch d. massage