Which statement is true regarding the embryonic development of stem cells?

a. They are already differentiated.
b. They are referred to as housekeeping genes.
c. They already demonstrate DNA sequencing.
d. They are said to be totipotent.


Ans: d. They are said to be totipotent.

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A pregnant couple has formulated a birth plan and is reviewing it with the nurse at an expectant parent's class. Which aspect of their birth plan would be considered unrealistic and require further discussion with the nurse?

a. "My husband and I have agreed that my sister will be my coach since he becomes anxious with regard to medical procedures and blood. He will be nearby and check on me every so often to make sure everything is OK." b. "We plan to use the techniques taught in the Lamaze classes to reduce the pain experienced during labor." c. "We want the labor and birth to take place in a birthing room. My husband will come in the minute the baby is born." d. "We do not want the fetal monitor used during labor, since it will interfere with movement and doing effleurage."

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What is the best theory to use to explain to your patient how stress might affect his/her immune system (health-illness continuum)

A) There is no relationship between stress and the immune system: that is a myth. B) An underactive immune system causes more emotional stress. C) Increased stress tends to decrease the strength of the immune system. D) Increased stress tends to increase the effectiveness of the immune system.

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A young adolescent boy tells the nurse he "feels gawky." The nurse should explain that this occurs in adolescents because of:

a. growth of the extremities and neck precedes growth in other areas. b. growth is in the trunk and chest. c. the hip and chest breadth increases. d. the growth spurt occurs earlier in boys than it does in girls.

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