Which of the following would be most appropriate to do when 45-degree flexion of the cervical spine is noted in an adolescent client?
A) Assess the thoracic and lumbar spine.
B) Palpate the spinous processes.
C) Perform the Lasegue test.
D) Continue the exam because this curve is normal.
D
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A) The woman's overall proportion of body water has decreased. B) The client has experienced a loss of cartilage. C) The woman's thyroid hormone levels have declined since the sixth decade. D) The client's vertebrae have thinned. E) Loss of stature is a consequence of the woman's diet. F) The woman's long bones have decreased in length.
What does diagnosis with the human papilloma virus (HPV) increase a person's risk for?
a. Uterine fibroids b. Chronic vaginitis c. Premature menopause d. Cervical cancer
A patient who had a myocardial infarction this morning is now developing cardiogenic shock. Which nursing intervention is indicated?
1. Increase IV fluids. 2. Administer vasoconstricting drugs. 3. Provide care in a calm, reassuring manner. 4. Withhold oral fluids and nutrition.
The nurse evaluates that the client has learned an important fact about cocaine use when he says
a. "Cocaine is not addictive. I can use it as a recreational drug." b. "Cocaine withdrawal is relatively easy. There is only mild fatigue." c. "I know a young person can have a heart attack from using cocaine." d. "Since cocaine is a depressant, one should not drive under its influence."