Define epigastric

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On top of the stomach.

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A 51-year-old neighbor is considering the use of hormone replacement therapy now that menopause has started. Which of the following statements by the nurse is best?

A. "You do know that hormones increase your risk of blood clots, right?" B. "Have you talked to your doctor about taking hormone supplements?" C. "What menopausal symptoms are you experiencing, and what do you know about hormone therapy?" D. "Some people really suffer from symptoms of menopause, but it's been pretty easy for me."

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Electrical burns over a large surface area of a client's body have resulted in hypovolemic shock after the loss of large amounts of blood and plasma

Following physical assessment, which findings lead the nurse to believe the client's body is compensating for this fluid loss? Select all that apply. A) Increased heart rate B) Vasodilation with warm extremities C) Diuresis with output of 100 mL/hour D) The client complaining of extreme thirst E) Deep, rapid respirations

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Moving from the side of the body toward the midline is moving in a medial direction or medially

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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?Briefly describe two main sources of your own personal stress and their impact on you in the context of the five dimensions of health.

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