The artificial veins used in patients undergoing dialysis after the natural veins fail usually last:

A) 6-8 months
B) 1-3 years
C) 3-5 years
D) the remainder of the patient's life


C

Health Professions

You might also like to view...

Why would the patient experiencing an allergic reaction tell you that it is easier to breathe following administration of epinephrine?

A) Drying of mucus in the airways B) Dilation of the bronchioles C) Increased blood flow to the lungs D) Decreased blood pressure

Health Professions

Which of the following factors should be considered when deciding to change from an endotra-cheal tube to a tracheostomy tube?

1. Patient's tolerance of the endotracheal tube 2. Relative risks of continued intubation versus tracheostomy 3. Patient's severity of illness and overall condition 4. Length of time that the patient will need an artificial airway 5. Patient's ability to tolerate a surgical procedure a. 1, 3, and 4 only b. 3, 4, and 5 only c. 2, 3, 4, and 5 only d. 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5

Health Professions

-246 × (-2) =

What will be an ideal response?

Health Professions

The T wave is often referred to as the ________ phase of the cardiac cycle.

A. intense B. resting C. working D. moving

Health Professions