Botulism is a disease caused by a powerful neurotoxin released by the com-mon bacteria Clostridium tetani that results in convulsions and paralysis
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
FALSE
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A client who is scheduled for a hysteroscopy asks a nurse about the procedure involved in this technique. Which statement made by the client indicates effective understanding?
1. "A radiopaque dye is used during a hysteroscopy." 2. "A scope is inserted into the uterus to take a small amount of tissue." 3. "A scope is inserted through a small surgical incision in the abdomen." 4. "A thin telescopic type device is inserted via the vagina into the uterus."
Which system of measurement is the least accurate?
a. Apothecary system b. Metric system c. Household system d. None of the above. e. All of the above.
A nurse is converting a client's body weight to kilograms. What formula should she use?
a. Divide the number of pounds by 2.2. b. Add the number of pounds to 2.2. c. Subtract 2.2 from the number of pounds. d. Multiply the number of pounds by 2.2.
A common characteristic of heat exhaustion is ____
a. clammy skin b. a strong pulse c. a lack of sweat d. abdominal cramping e. warm skin