Which patient is at highest risk for developing metabolic syndrome?
a. A 62-year-old white man who has coronary artery disease with chronic stable angina
b. A 54-year-old Hispanic woman who is sedentary and has nephrogenic diabetes insipidus
c. A 27-year-old Asian American woman who has preeclampsia and gestational diabetes mellitus
d. A 38-year-old Native American man who has diabetes mellitus and elevated hemoglobin A1C
Answer: d. A 38-year-old Native American man who has diabetes mellitus and elevated hemoglobin A1C
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A) The onset occurred suddenly. B) Memory is significantly impaired. C) Sensory impairment occurs. D) Environmental changes are needed for safety.
In caring for a client undergoing thoracentesis, the nurse should instruct the client that:
A) a thin gauge needle will be inserted into the tumor. B) a thin tube will be inserted through the nose and down the trachea to the lung. C) a small incision will be made in the neck above the sternum. D) a large gauge needle will be inserted into the pleural space.
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Which is smaller: 2.13 or 0.8998?
What will be an ideal response?