A desirable serum total cholesterol level is <_____ mg/dL
a. 100
b. 130
c. 160
d. 200
D
A desirable serum total cholesterol level is <200 mg/dL. Optimal LDL cholesterol level is <100 mg/dL. Near optimal/above optimal LDL cholesterol level is <130 mg/dL. Borderline high LDL cholesterol level is <160 mg/dL.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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1. "Dilantin can cause blood thinning in some people." 2. "There is a narrow range between a helpful dose of this medication and a dose that could make you feel sicker." 3. "Dilantin tends to lower blood levels of potassium." 4. "This medication can cause a severe skin reaction called Steven–Johnson syndrome if doses are too high."
After completing a scheduled every-2-hour turn by turning the client to the left side, the nurse notices a reddened area over the coccyx. The area blanches when the nurse compresses it with thumb pressure
One hour later, the nurse reassesses the area and finds the redness has disappeared. How should the nurse document this area? 1. Reactive hyperemia 2. Stage I pressure ulcer 3. Stage II pressure ulcer 4. Stage III pressure ulcer