When writing a conversion factor as a fraction, the quantity of units you are converting from goes in the ________ of the conversion factor.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
denominator
When writing a conversion factor as a fraction, the quantity of units you are converting from goes in the denominator of the conversion factor.
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The nurse anticipates which treatment to facilitate ventilation? a. Emergency tracheostomy and mechanical ventilation b. Mechanical ventilation via an endotracheal tube c. Noninvasive positive-pressure ventilation (NPPV) d. Oxygen at 100% via bag-valve-mask device
The nurse takes into consideration the age-related changes in the heart, which are (select all that apply):
1. Decrease in contractility 2. Thickened valves 3. Stiffened valves 4. Decreased SA node cells 5. Increased nerve fibers in ventricles
What type of drainage would the nurse expect from an ascending colostomy?
a. very liquid c. semiformed b. semi liquid d. very formed
A client's blood gas analysis results show an increase in carbon dioxide level. What will the nurse most likely assess in this client?
1. Decreased respiration rate. 2. Increased respiration rate. 3. Increased blood pressure. 4. Decreased bowel sounds.