When muscles lengthen, they are ____________________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
relaxing
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1. A decrease in erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) 2. An increase in uric acid 3. An increase in alkaline phosphatase 4. A positive antinuclear antibody (ANA)
Which of the following findings in the patient who has sustained a head injury indicates a cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak?
A) Increased body temperature B) Widening pulse pressure C) Decreased respiration D) Blood stain surrounded by yellowish discharge on the head dressing
Strong social support, including adequate financial resources, has no effect on how well a person deals with a crisis
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The nurse is assessing a postpartum client who is 36 hours post delivery. Which findings cause the nurse to suspect a reproductive tract infection? Select all that apply
1. Temperature of 38.0°C (100.4°F) or higher 2. Foul-smelling lochia 3. Uterine tenderness 4. Leg edema and erythema 5. Breast engorgement