After genetic testing, a client is found to have the apolipoprotein E genotype. The nurse realizes that this genotype predisposes the client to developing:
1. diabetes mellitus.
2. arthritis.
3. cystic fibrosis.
4. cardiovascular disease.
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The apolipoprotein E genotype has an effect on a person's cholesterol level which can lead to the development of cardiovascular disease. The apolipoprotein E genotype is not a factor with the development of diabetes mellitus, arthritis, or cystic fibrosis.
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a. To avoid direct patient-to-patient transmission of infection b. To provide a clean environment for clients and staff c. To decrease transmission by fomites d. To decrease transmission by vectors
Simplify the complex equation 13/15 x 200 / 11/17 and reduce it to the lowest terms
1. 267 22/25 2. 276 25/27 3. 302 23/27 4. 347 19/24
The client has been admitted with complaints of shortness of breath of 2 weeks' duration, and has received the nursing diagnosis Impaired Gas Exchange. Which admission laboratory result would support the choice of this diagnosis?
A) Increased hematocrit B) Increased sedimentation rate C) Decreased BUN D) Increased blood sugar
In what significant way does the NCLEX-PN examination differ from a paper and pencil multiple choice examination given during the program of study?
a. The NCLEX-PN questions are more difficult. b. The test taker cannot guess when taking the NCLEX-PN exam. c. The questions on the NCLEX-PN must be answered in sequence. d. Only program tests contain alternate format items, such as short answer questions.