A menstrual period characterized by severe pain is a condition known as ________.
A. amenorrhea
B. dysmenorrhea
C. menorrhagia
D. infertility
Answer: B
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A client arrived in the emergency department following 2 days of general malaise. The temperature is 103.8°F. The nurse administers the prescribed aspirin, an antipyretic. Which of the following statements relates to the rationale for this action?
A) Temperatures in excess of 37.5°C (99.5° F) can result in seizure activity. B) Lower temperatures inhibit the protein synthesis of bacteria. C) These medications protect vulnerable organs, such as the brain, from extreme temperature elevation. D) Most common antipyretics have been shown to have little effect on core temperature.
Distance running for children is an area of concern because
A) psychological problems, such as running for adult approval, may occur. B) separation of growth plates in the knee, ankle, or pelvic region may occur. C) children may become discouraged from participating in future activity. D) All of the above.
During relaxation, which of the following does NOT occur?
A. Blood pressure decreases B. Breathing slows C. Blood sugar goes up D. Digestion increases
Which is the correct breakdown and translation of the term diaphragmatocele?
A. diaphragmato (diaphragm) + cele (tumor) = tumor in the diaphragm B. diaphragmato (diaphragm) + cele (hernia) = hernia of the diaphragm C. diaphragmato (diaphragm) + cele (growth) = growth of the diaphragm D. diaphragmato (diaphragm) + cele (involuntary contraction) = involuntary contraction of the diaphragm E. diaphragmato (diaphragm) + cele (paralysis) = paralysis of the diaphragm