When a child with respiratory difficulties is placed in a mist tent, the nurse explains that the purpose of the tent is to:
a. provide a constant oxygen supply.
b. liquefy respiratory secretions.
c. provide moisture to the mucous membranes.
d. improve the infant's hydration.
B
The purpose of the mist tent is to liquefy respiratory secretions.
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a. "The anti-rejection drugs you are taking made you susceptible to infection." b. "You should go to the hospital imme-diately to have your new liver checked out." c. "You should take an additional dose of cyclosporine today." d. "Take acetaminophen (Tylenol) every 4 hours until you feel better."
Ally, a 50-year-old woman, has been experiencing severe bone pain in her pelvic region. She visits Dr. Carl for a consultation, and he instructs her to undergo a few diagnostic tests. When Dr. Carl examines an X-ray of Ally's pelvic region, he observes microfractures along her bones and notices that her bones are thick and calcified. After examining the other medical reports, Dr. Carl confirms his diagnosis and tells Ally that she is suffering from a bone disorder that is characterized by hyperactive bone metabolism. Based on the information provided in this scenario, from which of the following conditions is Ally suffering?
A. Paget's disease B. Graves' disease C. Hypocalcemia D. Osteoporosis
The nurse who uses a regular sized adult blood pressure cuff on a large adult will get a blood pressure reading that is falsely __________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word