A client who has urolithiasis asks the nurse what causes this condition to develop. Which of the following factors will the nurse explain predisposes the development of calculi?
a. thyroid disorders
b. recurrent urinary tract infections (UITs)
c. increased physical activity
d. eating a high protein diet
B
The reasons stones form have not yet been identified but individuals who are immobile, have hyperparathryoidism, or have recurrent UTIs are predisposed to urolithiasis.
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Basic to the ability to apply critical thinking, the nurse must have:
a. unshakable beliefs and values. b. an open attitude. c. the ability to disregard evidence inconsis-tent with set goals. d. the ability to recognize the perfect solu-tion.
Alan is a 48-year-old man who is concerned about a skin lesion on his back. The lesion is determined to be a nevus (mole). Which of the following findings indicates a need for further evaluation?
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The ratio of the LD1 over the ED99 is called the
A. therapeutic index B. margin of safety C. effective dose for a particular drug effect D. lethal dose