The pediatric nurse provides care for an infant who begins to demonstrate signs of apnea along with chewing, sucking, and abnormal eye movements. The nurse knows that these symptoms are most likely signs of __________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


seizures

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The nurse is explaining the difference between active and passive immunity to the student nurse. Which of the following statements accurately describes a characteristic of the process of immunity?

A) Active immunity is produced when the immunoglobulins of one person are transferred to another. B) Passive immunity can be obtained by injection of exogenous immunoglobulins. C) Active immunity can be transferred from mothers to infants via colostrum or the placenta. D) Passive immunity is acquired when a person's own immune system generates the immune response.

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An older patient describes having to go to the bathroom more frequently at night. What manifestation is this patient experiencing?

1. Fluid overload 2. Increased glycosuria 3. Normal changes of aging 4. Impairment of drug excretion

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The nursing students are learning about diagnostic tests for cardiovascular disease (CVD). One blood test related to CVD is a lipid profile. When should a lipid profile be drawn to get accurate results?

A) After an 8-hour fast B) After a meal high in fat C) After a 12-hour fast D) After a large meal

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People learn coping patterns

A. early in life. B. during middle age. C. only through intensive therapy. D. by having their needs met.

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