Which term describes the breaking down of body cells or substances??
A) ?metabolism
B) ?anabolism
C) ?catabolism
D) ?absorption
C
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A. human immunodeficiency virus. B. hepatitis B. C. syphilis. D. Group B streptococcus.
Your father had a heart attack. He returns home a little anxious, but feeling "pretty good". Your mother is concerned, she wants him to "lie down and rest" a good portion of each day. What is your guidance?
A. He should rest as much as possible since he just had a heart attack. B. He should be active and limit bed rest. C. Physical activity should be postponed until after he has finished Phase II cardiac rehabilitation. D. Whether he is active or not makes no difference in his overall outcome.
If a medication has the effect of raising or lowering blood pressure, what should the nurse do?
a. Take a blood pressure reading prior to administering the medication. b. Withhold the medication. c. Administer the medication, and then take a blood pressure reading. d. Administer the medication as ordered.
The medical term for humpback is:
A) exostosis B) scoliosis C) kyphosis D) lordosis