Because of a deficiency of iron, the person with iron deficiency anemia is unable to make sufficient:
a. plasma.
b. WBCs.
c. hemoglobin.
d. antibodies.
C
Deficiency of iron causes reduced production of hemoglobin.
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The nurse is taking a health history from the family of a three-year-old child. Which statement or question by the nurse would be most likely to establish rapport and elicit an accurate response from the family?
1. "Tell me about the concerns that brought you to the clinic today." 2. "Does any member of your family have a history of asthma, heart disease, or diabetes?" 3. "Hello, I would like to talk with you and get some information about you and your child." 4. "You will need to fill out these forms; make sure that the information is as complete as possible."
The ability for abstract thinking normally develops during:
a. infancy. b. early childhood. c. adolescence. d. adulthood.
Which of the following is not considered a leadership characteristic?
a. risk-taking c. critical thinking b. collaboration d. credibility
The RN student has been studying ethics in health care. Based on what she has learned, how would she explain the bioethical principle of autonomy?
a. It states that the physician knows what is best for the patient. b. It does not apply to informed consent. c. It refers to patient self-determination. d. It states that every patient has a right to health care.