Which descriptions accurately characterize the appearance of red blood cells (RBCs) in iron deficiency anemia?
a. Normochromic and normocytic
b. Hypochromic and microcytic
c. Hyperchromic and macrocytic
d. Normochromic and microcytic
B
Iron deficiency anemia causes the RBCs to be smaller (microcytic) and have less color (hypoch-romic).
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The charge nurse is observing a newly licensed nurse conduct an abdominal assessment on a client admitted with an abdominal mass that is affecting bowel elimination. Which actions by the newly licensed nurse would require the charge nurse to intervene?
Select all that apply. A) Performing palpation before auscultation B) Performing auscultation before palpation C) Using inspection, auscultation, percussion, and palpation during the abdominal assessment of the client D) Using only inspection, percussion, and palpation during the abdominal assessment of the client E) Using deep palpation during the assessment process
Which nursing statement about the concept of neuroses is most accurate?
A. "An individual experiencing neurosis is unaware that he or she is experiencing distress." B. "An individual experiencing neurosis feels helpless to change his or her situation." C. "An individual experiencing neurosis is aware of psychological causes of his or her behavior." D. "An individual experiencing neurosis has a loss of contact with reality."
The Pyxis Specialty Station system automates the distribution, management, and control of med-ications and supplies. An advantage of this system to the patient is which of the following?
a. Accurate charging of supplies b. Accurate dosage of medications c. Separate storage for each patient d. Availability of medications and supplies
Which herb is contraindicated in patients taking theophylline, digoxin, and warfarin?
A. bilberry B. echinacea C. ginseng D. St. John's wort