Which of the following adverse effects is most likely to result from the excessive use of mineralocorticoids?
A. Sodium and water retention and loss of potassium
B. Increased protein catabolism
C. Increased gluconeogenesis
D. None of these
Answer: A
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A) Partial small-bowel obstruction B) Appendicitis C) After having a baby D) After a myocardial infarction (MI) E) After anthelmintic therapy
You are doing hearing tests at the local junior high school. Which of the following indicates normal hearing in a child?
A) A client who first perceives sound at 20 dB B) A client who first perceives sound at 40 dB C) A client for whom the painful sound occurs at 80 dB D) A client for whom the painful sound occurs at 100 dB
The nurse is caring for a 4-year-old confined to bed. Which play experience should the nurse use as being the most age appropriate for the patient?
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