Which condition or health problem demonstrates inflammation without invasion?
A. Allergic rhinitis
B. Viral hepatitis
C. Osteoarthritis
D. Cellulitis
C
Osteoarthritis is a "wear and tear" disorder that mechanically causes tissue damage. All the other disorders represent invasion by non-self proteins such as pollens, viruses, and bacteria.
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A) Sit in a chair for 10 minutes prior to ambulating B) Drink plenty of fluids to increase circulating blood volume C) Stand upright for 2 to 3 minutes prior to ambulating D) Sit upright on the side of the bed for 15 minutes prior to ambulating
The primary mode of HIV transmission in the U.S. is
A. Blood transfusion B. Men having sex with men C. Heterosexual contact D. Needle sharing
The nurse is going to assist with the assessment of a patient's oculovestibular reflex. What should be done before this reflex is assessed?
1. Ensure that the patient's spinal cord has been found intact. 2. Ensure that the patient has an intact gag reflex. 3. Determine that the patient can tolerate being in the supine position. 4. Determine that the patient has an intact tympanic membrane.
Which part of the BP equation does lisinopril affect?
a. PVR b. SV c. HR