In the elderly population, serum creatinine is not a good reflection of renal function because:
a. lean body mass decreases parallel with the decline in renal function.
b. lean body mass is increased as renal function declines.
c. obese body tissue sequesters creatinine.
d. blood urea nitrogen decreases in older adults.
a
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The nurse uses a bulb syringe to clear a newborn's mouth and nose immediately after delivery in order to:
A) provide a clear, patent airway. B) elicit the sucking reflex before feeding. C) stimulate the baby to begin to cry. D) prevent aspiration of harmful organisms.
To provide culturally competent care, it is most important that the nurse:
A) Demonstrates culturally appropriate behavior B) Is sensitive to issues related to culture C) Knows what to expect from many cultural groups D) Validates knowledge about culture through continuing education
The nurse is teaching a pregnant client about fetal circulation. Which is the correct sequence of blood flow that indicates the pregnant client understands the information presented?
1. Ductus arteriosus 2. Ductus venosus 3. Foramen ovale
Signs of compensated shock in the infant or child include all of the following, EXCEPT:
A) abnormal mentation. B) tachycardia and pallor. C) prolonged capillary refill. D) decreased peripheral perfusion.