A disease caused by a lack of brain chemicals, which causes neurofibrillary tangles and plaques, is ____________________ disease.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Alzheimer's

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A family will most likely lose their primary nighttime residence within the next week. Which of the following terms best describes their situation in relation to homelessness?

a. Homeless under other federal statutes b. Literally homeless c. Imminent risk of homelessness d. Fleeing/attempting to flee domestic violence (DV)

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A woman is in the first stage of labor. The nurse would encourage her to assume which position to facilitate the progress of labor?

A) Supine B) Lithotomy C) Upright D) Knee–chest

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Your institution uses electronic charting. Based on the assessment given, which of the following systems would you mark as "abnormal" as you document your findings? Mark abnormal findings with an X and provide a brief narrative

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The nurse is part of a committee examining ways to most effectively meet the goals of Healthy People 2020. Which of the following clients would be the nurse's highest priority client?

1. A 16-year-old girl with her first pregnancy 2. A diabetic client who maintains optimal visual intactness 3. An IV drug abuser who converts to methadone use 4. Several obese school-age children

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