___________ is a condition characterized by yellowing of the sclera and the skin
ANS:
Jaundice
Jaundice is the discoloration of body tissues caused by abnormally high blood levels of bilirubin.
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The parents of a 6-year-old inform the nurse that their child will be starting first grade this month and they are concerned about the effect of school adjustment for their child. The nurse advises the parents to:
a. Reassure the child that school will be just like kindergarten b. Watch for signs of fatigue or stress c. Be protective and take the child's side in any conflict d. Call the teacher or school administration frequently to check on the child
The nurse is caring for a 4-month-old child who is on a water soluble medication for seizures. The child's mother voices concern that the dosage seems "too much" for the child's age and would like the dosage verified
What actions will the nurse take? (Select all that apply.) a. Verify dosage requirements in the Physicians' Desk Reference (PDR) in mg/kg. b. Compare the water composition requirements of adults and children. c. Evaluate lean body mass and total fat content in adults and infants. d. Chart "refused per mother" on the MAR and do not administer. e. Compare transportation in the circulation of plasma bound proteins between adults and children.
M.E.'s husband asks, "How did she get Alzheimer's? We don't know anyone else who has it."
How would you respond? What will be an ideal response?
A client with anemia needs to take 1 milligram of folic acid per day. She has scored 400-mcg tablets. The client should take ____________________ tablets per day
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word