Gout is characterized by __________ caused by alterations in uric acid production, excretion, or both
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Hyperuricemia
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A) an axonal injury. B) hypoxic brain damage. C) multiple small hemorrhages. D) a cerebral contusion.
The nurse assesses four clients before knee surgery. Which client is most likely to have the surgery delayed?
1. A 10-pack-year history of smoking 2. Left calf pain, redness, and swelling 3. Upper respiratory infection last month 4. A low-normal serum hemoglobin level
The nurse understands the importance of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) of 1974, when stating which of the following?
a. "It provided a standard of practice for nursing.". b. "It allowed professional nursing organiza-tions to act as unions on behalf of member nurses.". c. "It established the framework for political action in legislative activities.". d. "It financially supports research in nursing and education.".
Whenever possible, physical exercise and meditation should be a daily component of the ongoing program of treatment for a person with an addiction. The basis for these aspects of treatment is to make use of the body's natural:
a. endocrines. b. endorphins. c. enkephalins. d. epinephrine.