The nurse explains that cognitive impairment is categorized by four levels that depend on the intelligence quotient (IQ). How is a child with an IQ of 45 classified?
a. Within the normal low range
b. Educable
c. Trainable
d. Severe
ANS: C
The category of trainable is identified on the basis of an IQ of 35 to 55.
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1. Saddle. 2. Hinge. 3. Pivot. 4. Plane.
Order: Terbutaline 5 mg/500 mL NS to infuse at 10 mcg/min What is the IV flow rate? _______________
a. 2 mL/hr b. 150 mL/hr c. 60 mL/hr d. 6 mL/hr
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a. inform the charge nurse. b. repeat the Narcan. c. start CPR. d. ambulate the patient.