The study of the function of body parts is termed ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
physiology
Physiology is the science that deals with the functions of cells, tissues, and organs of living organisms.
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When teaching a client about the prescribed clonidine transdermal medication, which of the following would the nurse most likely include? Select all that apply
A) A new patch is applied daily. B) If the patch loosens, a new patch should be applied. C) The use of the adhesive overlay is not necessary. D) A different body area should be selected for each application. E) The patch should be applied to a hairless area.
When developing a care plan for the older adult the nurse recognizes that age-related physical changes indicate:
A) a need for greater analgesic since the pain threshold decreases. B) strong odors are more offensive since the sense of smell is increased. C) night lights should be available since night vision is decreased. D) bathing should be done daily since sebum production is increased.
Which pain characteristic is usually indicative of cardiac pathology?
a. Fleeting c. Diffuse b. Moving d. Localized
A client with borderline personality disorder tells the nurse, "I'm afraid to get on a train because we'll probably get into a wreck." Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?
A) "Have you had a bad experience riding a train?" B) "What are the chances of that actually happening?" C) "Now you know that won't happen." D) "Have you thought about going by automobile?"