The two steps involved in the relaxation response are to:
a. focus on a desired image and apply the image to a desired outcome.
b. focus on taking slow, deep abdominal breaths and exhale in reverse.
c. focus on repetition of a word or phrase, and return to focus if distracted by thoughts.
d. tense and relax the body from toes to head, then reverse the process.
C
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1) "It is important to be aware of skin color variations when conducting an assessment of a patient who is from another culture." 2) "It is important to be aware of potential communication issues when conducting an assessment of a patient who is from another culture." 3) "It is important to know whether there are any issues related to eye contact when caring for someone of a different culture." 4) "It is important to know who makes the healthcare decisions when providing care for someone of a different culture."
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A. A lower drug dose B. A higher drug dose C. An enteric-coated oral formulation D. An oral formulation of the same dose
Which of the following best describes sinusitis?
a. Inflammation of the carotid sinus b. Inflammation of the pharynx, larynx, and nasal passages c. Inflammation of the mucous membranes lining the sinus cavities d. Inflammation of the bony structure of the sinuses