The process of breaking down foods into simpler substances by way of physical means and chemicals is called:
1. Absorption
2. Digestion
3. Excretion
4. Ingestion
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a. True b. False
The nurse is providing infection control teaching to a group of patients. The patient statement that best demonstrates understanding of the teaching provided is:
a. "I should take an antibiotic at the first sign of an infection." b. "Hand hygiene is one of the most effec-tive ways I can prevent the spread of in-fection." c. "Vaccinations only prevent a disease from becoming severe." d. "If I eat a nutritious diet, it will be diffi-cult for me to get an infection."
A client diagnosed with anorexia nervosa stopped eating 5 months ago and lost 25% of total body weight. Which subjective client response would the nurse assess to support this medical diagnosis?
A. "I do not use any laxatives or diuretics to lose weight." B. "I am losing lots of hair. It's coming out in handfuls." C. "I know that I am thin, but I refuse to be fat!" D. "I don't know why people are worried. I need to lose this weight."
When taking a pulse, what should you report to your supervisor?
A) force B) rhythm C) rate D) all of the above