Memory lapses seen in early stages of Alzheimer disease (AD) are related to the pathophysiology of which condition?
a. Frontal lobe atrophy
b. Overproduction of neurotransmitters
c. Pituitary disorders
d. Inadequate clearance of metabolic toxins
A
Loss of neurons in the frontal and temporal lobes results in atrophy and the many signs of AD, memory deficits being one of the earliest.
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a. Complains of nausea b. States, "I hurt all over." c. Complains of feeling anxious d. Appears to be anxious
A patient with dysphagia is scheduled for PEG tube insertion and asks the nurse how the tube will stay in place. What is the nurse's best response?
A) Adhesive holds a flange in place against the abdominal skin. B) A stitch holds the tube in place externally. C) The tube is stitched to the abdominal skin externally and the stomach wall internally. D) An internal retention disc secures the tube against the stomach wall.
What were some of the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990? Select all that apply
A. The Act's intention was to integrate the disabled within the community. B. All employers must hire the handicapped if they are qualified. C. Facilities that serve food must send workers home with full pay if they become infected with a disease that can be transmitted through contact with food. D. It extends civil rights' protection to people with handicaps and chronic illnesses. E. Public transportation systems must accommodate people in wheelchairs. F. Telephone companies must provide special services for those with speech or hearing impairments.
What percent of 400 is 125? ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word