Which of the following statements is true about hepatitis A?
A) Hepatitis A can be chronic and leads to liver cancer.
B) Many of the symptoms are similar to the flu.
C) It is transmitted through blood and body secretions.
D) Liver function tests never return to normal after contracting the disease.
B
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Which vitamin is required for the regulation of neurotransmitters in the brain?
a. Niacin (B3) b. Pyridoxine (B6) c. Thiamine (B1) d. Cobalamin (B12)
The nurse is caring for an older patient who has a loss of smell. How does the nurse best describe this phenomenon to the patient?
1. "You have been exposed to a toxin that has stopped your neurotransmitter function." 2. "If the mucus membranes in your nose are damaged, it may affect your sense of smell." 3. "The number of sensory cells increases with age, which lowers your sense of smell." 4. "Allergies, polyps, and viral infections can cause an increased sense of smell."
The nurse is aware that absence (petit mal) seizures are difficult to detect because: (Select all that apply.)
a. there is no aura. b. the seizure appears to be a brief moment of absentmindedness. c. there is a loss of consciousness. d. the patient has no memory of the event. e. there are no postictal signs.
Which action will the nurse include in the plan of care for a 62-year-old patient who is experiencing pain from trigeminal neuralgia?
a. Assess fluid and dietary intake. b. Apply ice packs for 20 minutes. c. Teach facial relaxation techniques. d. Spend time talking with the patient.