Glucagon release is stimulated by which of the following?
a. Increases in circulating insulin
b. Decreases in blood amino acids
c. Stimulation of the parasympathetic nervous system
d. Exercise
D
Glucagon release from the pancreas is stimulated by low blood glucose levels, starvation, exercise, or stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system.
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An older patient with terminal cancer asks the nurse to explain palliative care. How should the nurse respond to this patient? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. "It is the same as hospice care." 2. "It is always provided in the home." 3. "It can be provided along with life-prolonging care." 4. "It is helpful for chronic health problems for which there is no cure." 5. "It improves the quality of life while facing a life-threatening illness."
During a home care visit, the new mother complains of breast engorgement. Which intervention is most appropriate for recommendation by the home care nurse?
1. "Apply an ice compress to your breast before nursing." 2. "Encourage your baby to suckle for an average of 5 minutes per feeding." 3. "Apply warm compresses to your breast after you finish feeding your baby." 4. "When you aren't nursing, wear a well-fitted nursing bra at all times, even when you sleep."
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A) the ovaries. B) the salivary glands. C) the adrenals. D) the parathyroids.