Food intoxication is caused by
a. Toxins produced by bacterial growth and chemical contaminants
b. Bacterial, viral, or parasitic invasion of food
c. Overcooking of meat and produce
d. Adding too many spices or ingredients to food
ANS: B
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a. Lipid profile b. Liver function tests c. Mammograms if breast tissue is present d. Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) for natal males e. Renal profile
Which of the following is not related to the theory of successful versus disturbed communication patterns during an admission assessment?
1. The appropriateness of the content of the message. 2. The quality of the feedback provided. 3. The language level of the assessment nurse. 4. How efficiently the client delivers a message.
The Code of Ethics for Nurses is:
a. like the Constitution and not revisable. b. a succinct statement of ethical obligations. c. required by entry level nurses only. d. a negotiable document dependent on individual conscience.
The nurse observes a patient who is gagging and using this gesture (see illustration). What is the nurse's response?
1. Assume the patient is having throat pain and administer pain medication. 2. Prepare to perform the Heimlich maneuver. 3. Assess the patient for cyanosis, difficulty breathing, and stridor and wait until normal breathing resumes. 4. Sit with the patient until the laryngospasm passes and encourage deep breathing.