With esophageal varices, the increased pressure in the veins of the esophagus is due to blockage or reduced blood flow into the liver, causing poor venous return from the esophagus
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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A registered nurse is teaching a student nurse about C-reactive proteins. Which statement made by the student nurse indicates effective teaching? Select all that apply
1. "It identifies the presence of foreign material in the immune system." 2. "It stimulates other inflammatory cytokines." 3. "It prevents WBC adhesion to endothelium." 4. "It stimulates gastric mucous production." 5. "It identifies the presence of tubercles."
Elevated blood cholesterol levels have been found in children as young as 10 years old.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
The four components of cardiorespiratory training include frequency, intensity, ________, and type of activity.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Data already collected by someone else are considered secondary data
Indicate whether the statement is true or false