The nurse is reviewing electrolytes and their functions with a client who has a history of electrolyte imbalance. One of the major cations noted in teeth and bones is:
1. Magnesium.
2. Calcium.
3. Potassium.
4. Phosphorus.
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Rationale: Magnesium is a major cation in ICF.
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1. "Alcohol and nicotine abuse use over many years." 2. "A residual virus following a bout of childhood chickenpox." 3. "Strep throat or respiratory infection, resulting in rheumatic fever." 4. "Uncontrolled triglycerides and cholesterol."
In terms of gross motor development, what should the nurse expect an infant age 5 months to do?
a. Sit erect without support. b. Roll from the back to the abdomen. c. Turn from the abdomen to the back. d. Move from a prone to a sitting position.
A 30-year-old woman describes having periods every 30 days, lasting 8 days, with heavy bleeding. The nurse understands that these are signs of which condition?
a. Menometrorrhagia b. Menorrhagia c. Menorrhea d. Metrorrhagia
Which of the following occupations poses the least risk for sensory alterations?
1. Waiter 2. Welder 3. Computer programmer 4. Construction worker