Friction and shearing can lead to:

a. Back injuries
b. Infection and pressure ulcers
c. Poor posture and body mechanics
d. Difficulty breathing


B

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On the next hourly assessment, which new assessment finding would be an indication of worsening of the pre-eclampsia? 1. Blood pressure 158/104 2. Urinary output 20 ml/hour 3. Reflexes 21 4. Platelet count 150,000

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Of the following psychosocial factors, which has the least negative effect on the health of the mother or fetus?

1. Moderate coffee consumption 2. Moderate alcohol consumption 3. Cigarette smoke 4. Emotional distress

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The nurse teaching a seminar on STIs points out that systemic (disseminated) gonorrhea may involve the (select all that apply):

1. heart. 2. eyes. 3. meninges. 4. skin. 5. joints.

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Which laboratory values would the nurse expect to find in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis (RA)?

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