Dehydration may occur more quickly in an older adult because the ability to conserve water and sodium decreases with age.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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Your patient has attempted suicide by slitting his wrists. You notice that he has run the knife across his wrist, perpendicular to the arm, and that the wound is rather deep. Which of the following statements is true regarding the likelihood for serious blood loss?
A) There is most likely tremendous internal blood loss. B) A tourniquet will probably be necessary. C) Blood loss is probably not life-threatening. D) You should expect severe blood loss.
The most common form of bone disease is:
A) osteoporosis. B) osteomyelitis. C) rheumatoid arthritis. D) osteoarthritis.
Advances in radiation and chemotherapy have:
A) had no effect on the need for surgery. B) diminished the need for radical surgery. C) increased the need for radical surgery. D) none of the above.
Which of the following are considerations when faxing healthcare information?
A. Use fax cover sheet that displays confidentiality statement. B. Verify fax number before sending. C. Limit the information to that which is minimally necessary. D. All of these