A constant presence of a disease within a population is referred to as:
1. Epidemic
2. Pandemic
3. Endemic
4. Herd immunity
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A constant presence of a disease within a population is referred to as an endemic.
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a. An increase in appetite causes weight gain. b. The asthmatic symptoms may return. c. Discharge from the nasal passages increases. d. The patient's eyes will water more.
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1. pepsin. 2. intrinsic factor. 3. hydrochloric acid. 4. gastrin.
A newly admitted psychiatric patient repetitively states, "I wish I were dead. I just want to kill myself." The priority nursing at this time is to
a. establish a trusting relationship. b. encourage a nonstimulating environment. c. provide for patient safety. d. identify signs of increased anxiety.