Which of the following would be considered an "agent" in the epidemiologic triangle?
A. Horse
B. Streptococcus bacteria
C. Standing water
D. Tick
Answer: B. Streptococcus bacteria
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1. Political knowledge 2. Communication 3. Critical care experience 4. Informal power
The nursing instructor is teaching a class on respiratory disorders and asks the students "What condition is a result of the upper airways response to pollen, mold, or dust?"
A) Cystic fibrosis B) Adult respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) C) Atelectasis D) Seasonal rhinitis
The nurse is discussing the physical changes that occur during puberty with a group of 11- to 12-year-olds. The most therapeutic statement the nurse could make directed toward minimizing their anxiety would be:
1. "You'll be fine. Everyone survives puberty." 2. "Don't worry because everyone goes through the changes." 3. "Don't be afraid to talk about the changes with an adult; we all know about pu-berty." 4. "Puberty is a normal stage of development. Remember, it's simply a part of growing up."
Which statement is accurate regarding the physiological changes associated with heart failure?
1. Blood backs up into the lungs due to right ventricular hypertrophy. 2. The walls of the heart shrink, leading to lower cardiac output. 3. Cardiac remodeling occurs after prolonged ventricular hypertrophy. 4. Blood pressure increases, resulting in lowered afterload.