How does the integumentary system act as an early warning sign for developing health problems?
A) It is easily visible and its cells reproduce rapidly.
B) The cells reproduce at a slow rate.
C) Pain sensors signal disease in distant sites.
D) Heat and cold receptors develop slowly.
A
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Which precaution is most important for the nurse to teach a patient who is receiving intravenous (IV) drug therapy?
a. "Turn on your call light if the IV machine starts to beep for any reason." b. "Do not use the arm that has the IV running in it for any reason whatsoever." c. "Call me immediately if you start to feel any pain or burning in the arm with the IV." d. "If you think the IV is running too slowly, just push the up-arrow button on the machine once or twice."
A nurse interpreting the ICP waveforms of an unconscious patient notes the presence of A waves. What do these waves signify? Select all that apply
A) Changes in respiration B) Intracranial decompensation C) Poor compliance D) Changes in arterial pressure E) No clinical significance F) Normal brain functioning
Which behavior would the nurse anticipate when working with an individual with low literacy?
a. Asking for additional clarification of materials b. Requesting to read the information later c. Having a high level of motivation d. Being overly dependent on others
Which of the following is not one of the most common personality disorders encountered by peace officers?
a. Dissociative identity disorder b. Paranoia c. Antisocial behavior d. Bipolar disorder