The nurse explains that at the time of conception a person's entire array of characteristics are determined by __________ chromosomes
a. 22
b. 23
c. 42
d. 36
B
Sex and all other characteristics are determined by 23 pairs of chromosomes (22 pairs of autosomes and 1 pair of sex chromosomes).
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The nurse demonstrates knowledge of the National Patient Safety Goals by performing patient care that includes: (Select all that apply.)
a. identifying the patient prior to medication administration by asking the patient to state his or her name. b. reporting any sentinel event to the facili-ty's quality assurance team. c. assessing the patient's heart rate prior to administration of digoxin. d. performing hand hygiene prior to per-forming a patient assessment. e. documenting the appropriate time of me-dication administration.
When teaching a client how to use a nasal inhaler, the nurse should include instructing the client to:
a. shake the inhaler well before using. b. breathe through both nostrils during administration. c. hold the inhaler between the palm and index finger. d. breath in through the mouth while discharging the inhaler.
The nurse monitors the client for hypocalcemia, which may occur if excessive amounts of phosphate are given
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
The nurse is taking the history of a psychiatric client suspected of abusing alcohol. Which assessment question is best to ask?
A) "When was your last drink?" B) "Do you drink regularly?" C) "Are you experiencing blackouts?" D) "Who are your drinking partners?"