The nurse has provided a client with education about intrinsic factor. Which statement indicates an understanding of the information?
A. "Intrinsic factor is secreted by the chief cells of the stomach."
B. "Intrinsic factor is necessary for absorption of vitamin B6."
C. "Intrinsic factor aids in the secretion of mucus to protect the stomach."
D. "Intrinsic factor is necessary for absorption of vitamin B12."
Answer: D
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A) Social anxiety difficulties B) Low level of antisocial behavior C) Decreased impulsivity D) Focused attention
The patient has a permanent pacemaker in place with a demand rate set at 60 beats/min. The cardiac monitor is showing a heart rate of 44 beats/min with no pacemaker spikes. The nurse realizes this as:
a. normal pacemaker function. b. failure to capture. c. failure to pace. d. failure to sense.
According to the passage, when should staff members allow a resident's body to be exposed?
(A) Never (B) As often as possible (C) When others are present (D) Only when necessary
A client with a recently implanted pacemaker complains of dizziness and lightheadedness when at home. What instruction should the nurse give this client?
A) Use knee-high stockings or socks with elastic tops. B) Move away from the source of any electrical interference. C) Carry out active or passive range-of-motion exercises. D) Reassure the client that this is normal in the first few days.