Which factor renders a pt the least likely to benefit from Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy for the treatment of gallstones?
a. height 5 ft 10 inches, 325 lbs
b. Cholesterol-based stones
c. Height 5 ft 7 inches, 138 lbs
d. Small gallstones
Answer: a. height 5 ft 10 inches, 325 lbs
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A. Determines the cause and treatment of the illness B. Ensures that appropriate payment is made by the family C. Provides an atmosphere of calm for the medicine man D. Creates symbolic representations of the client and family
FDA approves drug after successful completion of phase
a. I b. II c. III d. IV
A device such as a table across the patient's lap is considered a restraint only if
A. it fastens securely to the bed frame or chair. B. it is used for staff convenience. C. it improves the patient's function or posture. D. the patient does not have the physical or mental ability to remove it.
The client states that she is an ovo-lacto-vegetarian. Which of the following types of food does an ovo-lacto-vegetarian consume?
a. The client consumes fish and poultry. b. The client consumes only plant foods. c. The client consumes milk, but avoids eggs. d. The client avoids meat, fish, and poultry but consumes eggs and milk.