Asking the woman to close the introitus during a pelvic examination is a test for:
a. endometriosis.
b. rectocele.
c. cervical polyps.
d. sphincter tone.
D
The test for sphincter tone is to have the woman squeeze the vaginal opening around your finger. A rectocele can be seen as a bulge on the posterior wall. Endometriosis is suggested with tender nodules along the uterosacral ligaments. Cervical polyps can be inspected without squeezing.
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1. Blood pressure 110/68 mmHg 2. Apical heart rate 80; radial beats per minute 68 3. Respiratory rate 20 per minute 4. Temperature 98.8°F
After genetic testing is completed, the client is found to be at "population risk" for development of a disorder. How should the nurse explain this risk to the client?
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. "Population risk means that you are in a population of people who will likely develop this disease." 2. "Because you are at population risk, we advise that you follow standard screening for this disease." 3. "You have no environmental risks for developing this disease." 4. "You do not have to worry about ever developing this disease." 5. "You have moderate risk for developing this disease, so frequent screening is necessary."
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A) Keeping the child covered and warm B) Calling the doctor if the child's fever lasts more than 36 hours C) Ensuring fluid intake to prevent dehydration D) Observing for changes in alertness resulting from brain damage
Which of the following statements best defines how a chemical becomes termed a drug?
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