What is the difference between a thrombus and an embolus?
What will be an ideal response?
A thrombus is an intravascular clot that forms within the veins, arteries, or heart. An embolus is a clot that becomes detached and may travel within the circulation to block a vessel.
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When preparing an intradermal injection, the nurse would use which of these syringes and needles?
a. 25-gauge 1/2-inch needle, insulin syringe b. 25-gauge 3/8-inch needle, tuberculin syringe c. 23-gauge 1-inch needle, 3 mL syringe d. 21-gauge 1 1/2-inch needle, 5 mL syringe
Which statement made by a lactating woman would lead the nurse to believe that the woman might have lactose intolerance?
a. "I always have heartburn after I drink milk." b. "If I drink more than a cup of milk, I usually have abdominal cramps and bloat-ing." c. "Drinking milk usually makes me break out in hives." d. "Sometimes I notice that I have bad breath after I drink a cup of milk."
Which of the following statements is true?
a. A Muslim client may refuse to take insulin if it contains beef. b. African American males have a lower chance of developing cancer. c. Hispanic clients make small talk before discussing their health problems. d. Asian clients frequently challenge health care workers.
Binders are applied to which of the following areas?
a. The arms and legs b. The abdomen c. The head d. The buttocks