The ________ _________ controls the movement of chyme into the small intestine
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Answer: pyloric sphincter
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a. Obtain a history of the event and burning agent. b. Cover the patient with a clean sheet. c. Apply ice packs to burn sites. d. Provide copious tepid water lavage for 20 minutes. e. Remove all contaminated clothing. f. Apply neutralizing agent to burn area.
Allergy shots, which are injections with a small amount of an allergen in solution, closely match the theory of:
a. naturopathy. b. homeopathy. c. chiropractic. d. shiatsu.
When irrigating a patient's wound with a syringe, a nurse directs the flow of solution from the superior area to the inferior area of the wound. The rationale for this action is to
1. Slow the irrigation of the wound, thus eliminating patient discomfort. 2. Assist the nurse in proceeding in an organized manner. 3. Direct the flow of solution from the least contaminated area to the most contaminated area. 4. Use gravity in increasing the force of the irrigation.
It is recommended that individuals within certain populations restrict their sodium intake to 1500 mg/d. A nurse identifies that these groups include all of the following except
1. African Americans. 2. Individuals with hypertension. 3. Individuals younger than 15 years. 4. Individuals who are 40 years or older.