The nurse clarifies that the ability to localize a gene on a specific chromosome is the technique of:
a. Gene pooling
b. Autosomal pairing
c. Gene mapping
d. Autosomal identification
C
Gene mapping is the localization of genes to a specific chromosome.
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a. hyperthermia. c. tachypnea. b. agranulocytosis. d. diaphoresis.
A client admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of gout has also been diagnosed with uric acid renal calculi. When planning meals for this client, which diet will the nurse anticipate?
A) Low-purine diet B) Low-sodium diet C) A diet high in calcium D) A diet low in calcium
As the triage nurse in the emergency room, you are reviewing results for the high- risk obstetric client who is in labor because of traumatic injury experienced as a result of a motor vehicle accident (MVA)
You note that the Kleihauer-Betke test is positive. Based on this information, you anticipate that: a. immediate birth is required. b. the client should be transferred to the critical care unit for closer observation. c. RhoGAM should be administered. d. a tetanus shot should be administered.
A patient has been diagnosed with a small bowel obstruction and has been admitted to the medical unit. The nurse's care should prioritize which of the following outcomes?
A) Preventing infection B) Maintaining skin and tissue integrity C) Preventing nausea and vomiting D) Maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance