Which of the statements about insulin is true?
1. It is a byproduct of the production of pancreatic lipase.
2. It is necessary for the digestion of protein.
3. Its source is the alpha cells of the pancreas.
4. It cannot be administered orally.
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Long-term care facilities provide services to individuals who are not acutely ill and:
a. have no one to care for them b. cannot function independently at home c. have intermittent health care needs d. have at least two or more chronic illnesses
A client is diagnosed with a health problem that affects the hemoglobin and red blood cells. Which bones should the nurse identify as affecting this health problem? (Select all that apply.)
1. Ribs 2. Wrist 3. Ileum 4. Ankle 5. Sternum
A patient positive for syphilis is allergic to penicillin and is being treated with tetracycline for 28 days. The healthcare provider orders tetracycline 500 mg to be taken every six hours. The prescription is filled with 250 mg tablets
How many tablets should the patient take every day to achieve the ordered dosing?
The benefits of exercise are well established across the life span. Exercise activity for elders must be suitable to health and functional status. What is the best approach to exercise in the elderly?
A) Staying active throughout the day B) Participate in 20 minutes of high-intensity exercise three times a week. C) Participate in 20 to 30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise most days of the week. D) Low-impact activity schedules 3 times a day for 20 minutes at each session