Which of the following classes of medications included the first oral hypoglycemic available?
A. biguanides
B. sulfonylureas
C. meglitinides
Ans: B. sulfonylureas
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A) Blood pressure B) Hematologic status C) Visual acuity D) Blood glucose
When assessing the thyroid, a thyroid bruit is best detected by
A) palpation. B) auscultation. C) inspection. D) percussion.
A machinist visits the industrial nurse's clinic with a deep laceration of the thigh. The nurse should initially:
a. splint the thigh and apply tape to approximate the edges. b. apply ice and a pressure dressing to the thigh. c. give a tetanus booster injection. d. wash the laceration with an antiseptic.
A daily bath is usually not necessary for patients because they do not get dirty.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)