The healthcare professional plans care for a child in shock. What are the primary goals for the treatment of shock?

a. Maximizing oxygen delivery and minimizing oxygen demand
b. Maintaining hydration and adequate urinary output
c. Supporting all facets of the cardiovascular system
d. Maintaining all vital signs within normal functioning ranges


Answer: a. Maximizing oxygen delivery and minimizing oxygen demand

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The school nurse collaborates with the physical education instructor to increase the amount of physical activity during the school day because of which major benefits of physical activity? (Select all that apply.)

a. Reduced death rates as adults. b. Reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. c. Reduced risk of hypertension. d. Reduced risk of diabetes. e. Increased self-esteem.

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Which of the following categories of drugs speed up the cell processes and make it easier for nerve cells to transmit messages?

A. CNS exciters B. CNS agitators C. CNS stimulants D. CNS activators

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Adventitious sounds are heard when auscultating a client's lungs. Which of the following would the nurse do first?

A) Refer the client for further medical evaluation B) Auscultate for egophony C) Perform bronchophony D) Have the client cough, then listen again

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At approximately how many weeks gestation does the production of surfactant occur?

A) 36 to 40 B) 28 to 32 C) 22 to 28 D) 18 to 22

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