The fetus is connected to the placenta by the umbilical cord
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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a. Lupus erythematosus b. Glomerulonephritis c. Polio d. Rheumatoid arthritis e. Thrombocytopenic purpura f. Osteoarthritis
An older adult says to the nurse, "I don't know why I can't handle booze like I used to when I was younger." The nurse's response is based on the knowledge that:
a. older adults develop higher blood alcohol levels due to age-related changes in the neurological system. b. older adults develop higher blood alcohol levels due to age-related changes that alter absorption and distribution of alcohol. c. older adults develop higher blood alcohol levels due to slowed reaction times. d. older adults develop higher blood alcohol levels due to cognitive changes.
Up to 25% of children may have a benign murmur that will resolve by age 12. The murmur sound is often caused by:
1. Constriction of the bronchi. 2. Rheumatoid arthritis in the vertebrae. 3. Turbulent blood flow at the aorta or pulmonary artery. 4. 3rd degree heart block.
The nurse is delivering a lecture on proper nutrition to pregnant women attending a prenatal class. What nutrient would the nurse strongly recommend to reduce the risk of neural tube defects in their babies?
A) Magnesium B) Vitamin D C) Calcium D) Folic acid