Pregnant women should not be exposed to iodine-131 because of
a. danger to the cardiac system.
b. danger to metabolism.
c. danger to the fetus.
d. danger to the reproductive system.
C
Iodine-131 is not a radiation hazard to the nonpregnant patient but is absolutely contraindicated during pregnancy. Pregnant nurses should not care for this patient for several days.
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Amphiarthrosis joints are slightly movable. An example of such a joint is the:
a. suture line between bones of the skull b. elbow c. shoulder d. vertebrae of the spine
Safety measures are intended to:
a. Result in a decreased workload b. Cost money to the person c. Interfere with the person's rights d. Calm the person