What statement by an 80-year-old client with acute respiratory stress suggests acidosis?
a. "I can't see that clock on the wall well enough to see what time it is."
b. "I feel so sleepy... I just don't want to be bothered."
c. "I need to get home to help my dad milk the cows."
d. "I feel short of breath and light-headed."
c
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A) 3 B) 5 C) 9 D) 16
Which of the following dietary factors does not decrease the risk of type 2 diabetes?
A) Diets rich in whole grains B) Consuming 1-4 cups of regular or decaffeinated coffee a day C) Moderate alcohol consumption (1 to 2 drinks a day) D) Regular consumption of high-glycemic index foods E) b, c
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c. Even a small amount of alcohol during a critical growth period can be damaging. d. Alcohol can help in the transport of oxygen through the umbilical cord. e. A small amount of alcohol during pregnancy is healthy.