Stopping the acid secretion completely between meals would put a person at an increased risk of ________.
A. metabolic acidosis
B. constipation
C. metabolic alkalosis
D. GI infections
Answer: D
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A) Trans-fatty acids raise the level of "bad" cholesterol in the blood. B) Trans-fatty acids lower the level of "bad" cholesterol in the blood. C) Trans-fatty acids are found in coconut, palm, and palm kernel oils. D) Trans-fatty acids account for most fat calories in the average American's diet.
A rare malignancy will require the amputation of an adolescent client's leg. The client refuses the surgery, stating: "I would rather die than have my leg amputated." The nurse plans future interventions based upon which of the following?
A) The knowledge that adolescents are very concerned about body image B) The fact that the parents will have the ultimate decision about surgery C) Concern about need for education regarding the danger of delaying surgery D) Ability of the adolescent to understand medical terminology
The majority of breast cancers in women are located:
A) Just right or left of the sternal notch. B) In the tail of Spence. C) In the areola. D) At the seventh intercostal space.
The nurse is reviewing the medical record of a newly assigned client and notes that the client is receiving cyclobenzaprine hydrochloride (Flexeril) for the treatment of muscle spasms
The nurse questions the prescription if which of the following disorders is noted in the admission history? 1. Hypothyroidism 2. Chronic bronchitis 3. Recurrent pneumonia 4. Angle-closure glaucoma