A client has returned to the physician's office to discuss a potential diagnosis of multiple myeloma. The bone marrow biopsy showed large numbers of immature plasma cells and if the client did have multiple myeloma, which of the following would show up on x-ray?
a. hypercalcified areas
b. fused joints
c. net-like appearance of bone
d. demineralization and osteoporosis
D
Diagnosis is made with bone marrow biopsy showing large numbers of immature plasma cells and x-rays showing demineralization and osteoporosis. On x-ray, the bones appear to have multiple holes or "punched-out areas" throughout the bone surface
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The nurse is ready to analyze the data obtained through a qualitative study. What approach to data analysis should the nurse use?
a. Content analysis b. Statistical analysis c. Coding of themes d. Dissemination
A patient who is prescribed an antidepressant receives information in the mail about a mental health clinic and several telephone calls from marketers about support groups and counseling centers. Which issues with this patient's information have occurred? Select all that apply.
A) Data sharing B) Informed consent C) Ownership of data D) Secondary use of data E) Privacy versus confidentiality
Order: GlucaGen (glucagon) 1.25 mg stat. The directions on the package state: "For IV administration reconstitution of the 1 mg powder with 1.8 mL yields 1 mg/2 mL." How many mL will you administer?
1. 0.625 mL 2. 6.25 mL 3. 2.5 mL 4. 0.25 mL
The nurse is planning care for a pregnant client prone to substance abuse. When the client states, "My baby isn't getting my drugs; I am," which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?
1. "Most illicit drugs will cross the placenta and hurt the baby." 2. "Even drugs that do not cross the placenta can hurt your baby by preventing nutrients from getting across the placenta." 3. "Research shows taking drugs can cause your baby to be born too early." 4. "You are correct. You are far enough along in your pregnancy that drugs will not harm your baby." 5. "If you continue to take drugs, it will make you have a very irritable infant."