A major cause of fractures in postmenopausal women as a result of a decrease in total bone mass is referred to as
A. osteomyelitis.
B. osteochondroma.
C. osteoporosis.
D. osteomalacia.
Answer: C
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Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate? a. "This is abnormal behavior. You should consult your pediatrician immediately." b. "This is attention-getting behavior. Try to involve your son in the baby's care." c. "Keep the child separated from your baby until he stops this behavior." d. "If he hits the baby, you should hit him back so that he will stop."
When the 65-year-old patient who is a type 1 diabetic informs the home health nurse that he now exercises for 1 hour a day at a club, the nurse cautions him to be sure to
a. drink plenty of fluids. b. wear clothing that allows ventilation. c. take hard candy to the gym when he exercises. d. give himself less insulin than is prescribed.
A nurse is preparing a presentation using different websites to collect information
The nurse is concerned that contact information and the author's credentials are not listed for one of the websites reviewed. Which criterion required to establish a reputable website is missing? a. Authority b. Objectivity c. Usability d. Currency
When an antipsychotic medication is administered orally in pill form that is swallowed intact, the clinical effects are noted within:
a. 5 to 10 minutes b. 15 to 30 minutes c. 40 to 55 minutes d. 60 minutes or longer