A disability is:
a. An artificial replacement for a missing body part
b. A chronic illness or disease
c. Any lost, absent, or impaired physical or mental function
d. A temporary state of impairment
C
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A. PaCO2: 56 mm Hg B. PaO2: 76 mm Hg C. pH: 7.30 D. SaO2: 94%
Secondary Raynaud's disease is characterized by:
a. a localized dilation of a weakened section of the medial layer of an artery b. association with a connective tissue or collagen vascular disease c. caused by incompetent valves and veins that have lost their elasticity d. caused by intermittent spasms of the digital arteries and arterioles, which result in decreased circulation to fingers and toes
The nurse has completed an educational program for residents of a retirement community regarding unsafe medication practices. Which statement made by a resident indicates the need for further education?
1. "I will not take medication that is more than 1 year old." 2. "I will buy all of my medication from the same pharmacy." 3. "I will not take medication that has been prescribed for someone else." 4. "Medication can be obtained from an Internet pharmacy, as long as it says the medication was made in the United States or Canada."
A nurse assesses the lower extremities of an older adult and notes a small ulcer between the per-son's great toe and second toe
The ulcer has well-defined edges and there is no bleeding; however, there is a small amount of necrotic tissue present. This wound is most likely a(n): a. venous ulcer. b. arterial ulcer. c. pressure ulcer d. surgical wound.