An abnormal increase in the forward curvature of the lumbar spine is known as ____________.

kyphosis
lordosis
scoliosis
spondylosis


lordosis

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The current average daily fat consumption in the U.S. diet is about _____ percent of the total caloric intake

a. 37 b. 34 c. 25 d. 20

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Which of the following assessment findings on an infant lead the nurse to suspect developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH), formerly known as congenital hip dislocation? Select all that apply

A) Gluteal fold asymmetry B) Shortening of the thigh, so the knee on affected side is higher C) Joint capsule tightness to the point that there is no normal range of motion D) Delayed crawling on the knees

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Tolerance is when smaller doses are needed to achieve the desired effect.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Pruritus are skin hemorrhages due to fragile blood vessels

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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