What does HIPAA stand for, and what does it aim to do?
What will be an ideal response?
HIPAA stands for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. It was enacted in
1996 to ensure health care coverage for employees when they were changing jobs. The act
soon grew into multiple regulations for the health care system, such as those to preserve
confidentiality of client information.
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A) Pulse rate on both arms B) Pulse rate on one arm C) Blood pressure in the sitting position D) Blood pressure on both arms E) Blood pressure on one arm
Which of the following statements best describes thrombopoiesis?
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Which of the following considerations should a nurse prioritize when assessing an older adult who has arrhythmias?
A) Assess the client for adverse medication reactions. B) Check the client's electrolytes immediately. C) Make an assessment in relation to the client's medical history. D) Perform auscultation before collecting the client's history.
Endogenous synthesis of cholesterol takes place in the ________.
A. gall bladder and esophagus B. kidney and pancreas C. pancreas and spleen D. liver and small intestine