The term used to describe the occurrence of one case of smallpox in a population in which it was considered to be previously eliminated is:
1. Endemic
2. Epidemic
3. Pandemic
4. Infectivity
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The occurrence of one case of smallpox in a population in which it was considered to be pre-viously eliminated is an epidemic.
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A) If the content is appropriate to address the issue B) If there are other articles not appearing in the search C) If the organization will reimburse for the cost of the article D) If purchasing the entire magazine might be a better use of resources
Spastic cerebral palsy (CP) is characterized by which clinical manifestations?
a. Athetosis, dystonic movements b. Tremors, lack of active movement c. Hypertonicity; poor control of posture, balance, and coordinated motion d. Wide-based gait; poor performance of rapid, repetitive movements
Critical-thinking nurses must develop which of the following specific attitudes or traits?
1. Independence. 2. Egocentricity. 3. Intellectual humility. 4. Fair-mindedness. 5. Confidence. 6. Perseverance.
It is important NOT to judge the patient when caring for substance abuse patients
True False