A client states that she is to have a test to measure bone mass to help diagnose osteoporosis. The nurse would most likely plan to prepare the client for:

A) DEXA scan
B) Ultrasound
C) MRI
D) Pelvic x-ray


A

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The nurse knows that during rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, the following occur: (Select all that apply.)

a. Memories are stored b. Increase in cerebral blood flow c. Slow rhythmic scanning eye movements d. Release of epinephrine e. Repair of brain cells

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The nurse explains that tumors that originate from tissues in the skin are:

1. carcinomas. 2. lymphomas. 3. melanomas. 4. sarcomas.

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Which statements reflect collaborative problems? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply

1. Knowledge deficit related to infant safety as evidenced by mother leaving crib rail down 2. Sleep apnea 3. Neonatal abstinence syndrome 4. Gestational diabetes 5. Sleep pattern disturbance related to hospital environment and routines

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The nurse is preparing to administer a drug that is labeled "used for minor skin irritations." Based on the label, how is this drug classified?

1. By the function 2. By its usefulness 3. By its pharmacologic use 4. By its therapeutic use

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