The main mechanism of peptic ulcer development in the GI system is
A) Helicobacter pylori bacteria found in the stomach.
B) decreased perfusion of the stomach mucosa.
C) GI irritants such as ASA and alcohol.
D) decreased cellular immunity from various diseases.
A
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The nurse prepares to offer health screening and promotion activities for women aged 40-60. Which activity does the nurse plan to include as a priority for this group?
A. Alzheimer's disease screening B. Breast cancer screening C. Gardasil vaccinations D. Influenza vaccinations
The nurse would stress to the ancillary staff that the most important means of preventing the spread of infection in the burn unit is
a. prophylactic antibiotics. b. restricting visitors with respiratory tract infections. c. strict hand-washing. d. using clean gowns, gloves, and masks.
During pretesting for an elective surgery, it is discovered that the older adult client has atrial fi-brillation. The nurse knows that this is a common dysrhythmia in older people and can cause:
1. Fatigue, a fluttering in the chest, or shortness of breath if the ventricular response is rapid 2. Acute loss of pulse and respiration 3. Severe hypotension and loss of pulse and consciousness 4. Dizziness, syncope, or chest pain