The physician tells his 81 year old male patient that his health has deteriorated due to the exogenous sources of free radicals to which he has exposed himself for many years. To what is the physician most likely referring?
a) the ozone layer
b) the patient's cigarette smoking
c) the patient's alcohol consumption
d) radiation from the patient's microwave
B
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A) Imbalanced Nutrition: Less Than Body Requirements Related to Decreased Oral Intake B) Risk for Infection Related to Possible Rupture of Appendix C) Constipation Related to Decreased Bowel Motility and Decreased Fluid Intake D) Chronic Pain Related to Appendicitis
The nurse is assisting the physician with obtaining a sample to determine the status of blood cell formation. What type of procedure will the nurse have prepared the client for?
A) A bone marrow aspiration B) A Schilling test C) A thoracentesis D) A urine sample
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Your response is based on application of your understanding of: a. Role acquisition. b. Role conflict. c. Role complexity. d. Performance appraisal.