A decrease in the number of erythrocytes, the quality of hemoglobin, and the volume of hematocrit can cause ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
anemia
The medical term for any condition in which there is a decrease in the number of erythrocytes, the quality of hemoglobin, and the volume of hematocrit is anemia.
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A female patient has been prescribed aminoglutethimide to treat Cushing syndrome. Before therapy begins a priority nursing action would be to review the patient's
A) current lab results, especially complete blood count. B) current body weight and height. C) bilirubin level. D) last menstrual period.
To help clients feel more comfortable during care, it is essential that the nurse do which of the following?
a. Ask visitors and family members to leave the room before performing any procedures. b. Avoid eye contact and touch the client only when absolutely necessary. c. Perform personal care tasks quickly. d. Provide competent and professional care.
What is the purpose of PATCH (Planned Approach To Community Health), a structure for health planning created by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)?
A. Enables assessment by different health institutions to maximize resources. B. Encourages assessment of high-risk groups so efforts can be focused. C. Engages entire geopolitical communities in assessment of their health needs. D. Suggests that states cooperate more fully with federal level departments to ensure continuity.
Who is responsible for ensuring that health care workers use standard precautions?
A) The health care facility B) The Department of Labor C) The health care worker D) OSHA