The nurse is educating a patient about the development of red blood cells. The nurse would list the steps of this development in which correct order?
1. Action of erythropoietin
2. Proerythroblast
3. Stem cell
4. Reticulocyte
5. Erythrocyte
3,2,4,1,5
Global Rationale: This process starts with a stem cell, which becomes a proerythroblast and then a reticulocyte. The action of erythropoietin stimulates the development of erythrocytes.
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a. 1,570 b. 157 c. 15.7 d. 0.0l57
An 80-year-old patient is brought to the clinic by her son. The son asks the nurse why his mother has gotten so many "spots" on her skin. What would be an appropriate response by the nurse?
A) "As people age, they normally develop uneven pigmentation in their skin." B) "These 'spots' are called 'liver spots' or 'age spots.'" C) "Older skin is more apt to break down and tear, causing sores." D) "These are usually the result of nutritional deficits earlier in life."
Which statement is most likely to be associated with a breech presentation?
a. Least common malpresentation b. Descent is rapid c. Diagnosis by ultrasound only d. High rate of neuromuscular disorders
Which datum below does the nurse document in the history component of the health assessment?
a. Vital signs b. Perspiration on the client's forehead c. Smoking habits d. Facial symmetry