A patient has metabolic (nonrespiratory) acidosis. What type of respirations would be assessed?
A) periods of apnea C) increased depth and rate
B) decreased depth and rate D) alternating fast and slow
C
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What are the microscopic, hair-like projections of the cell membrane found in the nasal cavity, which transport foreign substances toward the throat where it can be swallowed and kept away from the respiratory system? A) Goblet cells B) Cilia C) Alveolar sacs D) Sinuses
Which of the following conclusions can be drawn from reviewing how health care costs are spread over a person's lifetime?
a. Health care expenditures increase with age. b. Premature newborns incur more costs than other children from birth through adulthood. c. The majority of cost is incurred during middle age when chronic diseases strike. d. Persons aged 85 years and above spend the most money on health care.
Fatalities have been associated with toxicity from:
1. Vitamins B12 and E 2. Vitamin B6 and folic acid 3. Vitamin C and niacin 4. Vitamins A and D
The provider prescribes a sublingual medication and the pharmacy sends an oral form. Which should the nurse implement?
1. Administer the identical drug orally. 2. Call pharmacy for correct formulation. 3. Withhold drug and notify the provider. 4. Calculate oral equivalent dose for client.