Special fiber-optic instruments that may be used to visually examine the walls of the stomach, intestine, or rectum are called ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


endoscopes

Endoscopes are special fiber-optic instruments that may be used to visually examine the walls of the stomach, intestine, or rectum.

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A parent confides in the school nurse that her 8-year-old twins argue and bicker constantly. What is the best response by the nurse?

a. Express alarm at the constant aggression. b. Voice concern and investigate referral for counseling. c. Inquire about what punitive action the parents have taken to stop it. d. Offer reassurance that such behavior is normal for 8-year-olds.

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The nurse is providing counseling to the family of a terminally ill client. The family has children of varying ages. Which statement regarding the reactions of children to death is appropriate for the nurse to include in the counseling session?

A) "Older school-age children begin to understand that death is inevitable." B) "Adolescents tend to cope better with death than adults." C) "Preschool children view death as a spiritual release." D) "Toddlers perceive death as irreversible and unnatural."

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____________________ is the ability to influence other people despite resistance from them. Said another way, it is the ability of one person or group to impose his, or their, will on another person or group

Fill in the blank with correct word.

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Which person should the nurse be most alert for the development of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency anemia?

A. 28-year-old man whose grandfather had the disorder B. 28-year-old woman whose grandfather had the disorder C. 55-year-old man who had a myocardial infarction 5 years ago D. 55-year-old woman who had a partial gastrectomy for stomach cancer last year

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