Name five outcomes of inflammation
What will be an ideal response?
Resolution, repair, areas of destruction replaced by scar tissue, mediators intensify inflammatory process, mediators generate more mediators
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A patient with a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes has been vigilant about glycemic control since being diagnosed and has committed to increasing her knowledge about the disease
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The client asks the nurse how most medications for dysrhythmias work. What is the best response by the nurse?
1. "Blocking potassium, sodium, or calcium ion channels is the primary way to prevent or terminate dysrhythmias." 2. "Most medications for dysrhythmias shorten the refractory period." 3. "These medications will lower your blood pressure, which will change the rhythm of your heart." 4. "The mechanism of these drugs is unknown."
A 12-year-old girl is experiencing prepubescence, and tells the school nurse that she feels "very out of place" in her school. What would be acceptable responses by the nurse? Select all that apply
A) "It must be difficult for you. Why don't you sit down and we can talk about it." B) "I would suggest that you talk to your parents about your feelings. This isn't something that I can talk to you about." C) "All of the girls and boys will be going through the same thing as you so that should make you feel a little better." D) "Tell me how this makes you feel. Talking about your feelings may help you feel better about school." E) "I went through the same thing when I was in school. I know it doesn't feel like it now but I promise it will get easier."