The human immunodeficiency virus suppresses the immune system.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
True
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A female patient is requiring supplementary oxygen by face mask due to her reduced lung compliance. Which of the following pathophysiological processes is most likely a contributor to her low lung compliance?
A) The woman's lungs have more recoil than a healthy person's. B) Her type II alveolar cells are producing a slight excess of surfactant. C) Turbulent airflow is taking place in the patient's large airways. D) Her thoracic cage is less flexible than when she was healthy.
A client is requesting advice regarding exercise programs. What additional information should the nurse obtain before proceeding?
a. Client's age c. Current and past exercise habits b. Client's occupation d. Client's weight
In addition to a physician's order, what is one of the eligibility requirements for Medicare-covered home health care?
A) The client must have transportation to the physician's office. B) The family must be willing to meet health care needs. C) The client must be essentially homebound. D) The client must be able to leave the home unassisted.
The prenatal clinic nurse has received four phone calls. Which client should be called back first?
1. Multipara at 11 weeks with untreated hyperthyroidism describing the onset of vaginal bleeding 2. Multipara at 6 weeks with a seizure disorder inquiring what foods are good sources of folic acid 3. Primipara at 28 weeks with a history of asthma reporting difficulty breathing and shortness of breath 4. Primipara at 35 weeks with a positive hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAG) wondering what treatment her baby will receive after birth