During the alarm stage of the general adaptation syndrome, which metabolic change(s) occur(s)? Select all that apply
a. Rate of metabolism decreases.
b. Liver converts more glycogen to glucose.
c. Use of amino acids decreases.
d. Amino acids and fats are more available for energy.
B, D
The metabolic changes that occur during the alarm stage of the general adaptation syndrome include the following: the rate of metabolism increases, the liver converts more glycogen to glucose, and there is increased use of amino acids and mobilization of fats for energy.
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a. Paranoia b. Avoidance c. Antisocial d. Obsessive-compulsive
Which actions are correct when the nurse is performing the Allen's test? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Occlude the radial artery and, after 15 seconds, occlude the ulnar artery. 2. Ask the patient to hold the hand below waist level for 30 seconds before beginning the test. 3. Release pressure over the ulnar artery first. 4. Hold pressure on the radial artery for 30 seconds before assessing the hand. 5. Consider color return to the hand in 20 seconds as a negative test.
Which of the following is an example of a well-stated nursing intervention?
A) Client will drink 100 mL of water every 2 hours while awake. B) Offer client 100 mL of water every 2 hours while awake. C) Offer client water when he complains of thirst. D) Client will continue to increase oral intake when awake.
Usually, persons admitted to long-term care facilities are referred to as residents
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.