Most protein hormones are transported in the bloodstream and are:

a. Bound to a lipid-soluble carrier
b. Free in an unbound, water-soluble form
c. Bound to a water soluble–binding protein
d. Free because of their lipid-soluble chemistry


Ans: b. Free in an unbound, water-soluble form

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Good leaders need to be able to demonstrate an intuitive skill of empathy and expressiveness when dealing with others in the workplace. This requires sensitivity and awareness of the emo-tions and moods of others and is known as:

a. social awareness. b. self-awareness. c. self-management. d. relationship management.

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Which task can be delegated to nursing assistive personnel (NAP)?

a. Turn and reposition the patient every 2 hours. b. Assess the patient's skin condition. c. Change pressure ulcer dressings every shift. d. Apply hydrocolloid dressing to the pressure ulcer.

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Which of the following statements is true?

a. Men earn more bachelor's degrees than women. b. Thirty percent of the US Congress is made up of women. c. Women make up 50% of people in managerial/professional positions. d. Women have as much work experience and job continuity as men.

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While caring for a client who has sustained an MI, the nurse notes eight PVCs in one minute on the cardiac monitor. The client is receiving an IV infusion of D5W and oxygen at 2 L/minute. The nurse's first course of action should be to:

A. Increase the IV infusion rate B. Notify the physician promptly C. Increase the oxygen concentration D. Administer a prescribed analgesic

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