A student asks the professor why hemophilia A is seen mostly in men. The professor explains that hemophilia A is considered to be what type of inherited disorder?
a. Autosomal dominant
b. Autosomal recessive
c. X-linked recessive
d. X-linked dominant
Ans: c. X-linked recessive
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The nurse assesses a client as having solid self-esteem. Self-esteem is:
a. developed in childhood and remains the same throughout life. b. the same as self-concept. c. not influenced by societal standards. d. the individual's sense of worth.
A client who is undergoing electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) treatment awakens 2 hours before the ECT begins, and asks, "Can I please get something to eat? I missed dinner last night because I wasn't feeling well"
Which is the most appropriate nursing response? A) "Go ahead and grab something light, such as crackers." B) "You'll need to ask the doctor. He'll be in shortly." C) "You may eat something, but avoid anything containing tyramine, such as aged meats and cheeses." D) "I realize you are very hungry, but you cannot eat before treatment because it can lead to complications."
What is missing from the following order: aspirin 2 tablets PO stat?
What will be an ideal response?
Which of the following explains why some occupational health specialists are very concerned about chemicals in the workplace? (Select all that apply.)
a. All chemicals are inherently dangerous to humans. b. Chemicals are often used when natural substances are equally effective. c. Effects of chemicals can be cumulative. d. Interactions of chemicals are typically unknown.