Which of the following are diseases which result from one's own immune system attacking the body? (Select all that apply.)
a. Lupus erythematosus
b. Glomerulonephritis
c. Polio
d. Rheumatoid arthritis
e. Thrombocytopenic purpura
f.
Osteoarthritis
ANS: A, B, D, E
Autoimmune diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus, glomerulonephritis, myasthenia gravis, thrombocytopenic purpura, rheumatoid arthritis, and Guillain-Barré syndrome are treated with plasmapheresis.
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a. cardiovascular disease. b. obesity. c. medical error. d. drug overdose.
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A) 8 B) 9 C) 6 D) 7
A patient at 37 weeks gestation is being seen in the prenatal clinic. Where would the nurse expect the fundal height to be palpated?
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