A client is scheduled for a diagnostic test to determine digestion status. Which test does not require fasting or other preparation?
A) Barium swallow
B) Amylase
C) Endoscopy
D) Lipid panel
Answer: B
An amylase test does not require any special preparation. A barium swallow, endoscopy, and a lipid panel require fasting.
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1. There is no end to the life cycle. 2. The life cycle ends with implementation. 3. The life cycle ends with evaluation. 4. The life cycle ends with assessment.
In an African American girl, puberty may begin before what age?
A) 8 years B) 9 years C) 10 years D) 11 years
A patient being treated for symptoms of PTSD following a shooting incident at a local elementary school reports "I feel like there's no reason to go on living when so many others died"
Which of these is the most appropriate response by the nurse at this juncture? A. "You've got lots of reasons to go on living" B. "Are you having thoughts of hurting or killing yourself?" C. "You're just experiencing survivor guilt." D. "There must be something that gives you hope."
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Standard Text: Record your answer rounding to the nearest whole number. Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.