The nurse notes that a client has a bluish color around the mouth and the nail beds. This color indicates:
a. costal breathing.
b. dyspnea.
c. cyanosis.
d. hyperventilation.
ANS: C
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a. Increased estrogen b. Increased progesterone c. Decreased melanocyte-stimulating hormone d. Decreased human placental lactogen
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a. Green leafy vegetables b. Beef and other red meat c. Coffee, tea, and colas d. Acidic fruits and juices