Which of the following symptoms will have a great impact on the extracellular fluid for water conservation?
A) Burns
B) Fracture
C) Small laceration
D) Pain
Ans: A
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A) Adhering to primary tumor cells B) Inducing mutation of cells of another organ C) Phagocytizing healthy cells D) Invading healthy host tissues
As adults age, the walls of their arterioles become less elastic, increasing resistance and decreasing compliance. How does this affect the blood pressure?
A) The blood pressure does not change. B) The blood pressure is erratic. C) The blood pressure decreases. D) The blood pressure increases.
What action would a nurse take when using the provisions of the Family Medical Leave legislation?
a. Resigning from employment, but retaining health insurance b. Sharing family information with colleagues c. Providing Medicaid to a family who cannot afford health insurance d. Taking a defined time off of work for family events without fear of job loss