The meningeal layer that is the thickest and lies next to the bones surrounding the central nervous system is the
A) pia mater.
B) endo mater.
C) arachnoid layer.
D) dura mater.
D
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1. Within normal limits. 2. Low normal. 3. High normal. 4. Below normal.
A nurse is participating in a baccalaureate course. For the class, she has to attend the legislative session regarding the new role of medication assistants. Nurses should be involved in shaping public policy primarily because:
a. Involvement will enable nurses to take over the healthcare system at some point in the future. b. Other healthcare professions are less con-cerned about the essential needs of clients. c. Such activities are important career build-ers for nurses who seek top-level executive positions. d. They are closest to the front line of health care and see how it affects clients and families.
In making a decision about which system of classification to use, the nurse must remember that each system was developed with one purpose in mind, and that purpose was to:
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A) "You will not be allowed to eat or drink until the physician has seen you." B) "You may immediately resume your normal diet after the test." C) "You will not be able to eat or drink until your gag reflex has returned." D) "It will be at least 8 hours after the procedure before you are allowed to eat or drink."