Deficiency of what substance is the most common cause of anemia in pregnancy?
a. Folic acid c. Protein
b. Vitamin B12 d. Iron
D
Iron deficiency anemia is the most common type in pregnancy. Folic acid deficiency is associated with neural tube disorders. Vitamin B12 deficiency is associated with pernicious anemia. Protein deficiencies affect cell maintenance and growth and osmotic pressure in the vasculature.
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Which statement is true about rehabilitation and restorative care for older adults?
a. The purpose is to regain specific abilities lost because of a condition. b. Rehabilitation consists primarily of regular physical therapy sessions. c. A person can learn skills and gain abilities that enable functioning. d. The patient's capabilities are recognized at the time of admission.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A patient in the critical care unit had a seizure that was determined to be caused by a low blood glucose level. The patient's blood glucose level is currently normal. Which additional intervention should be implemented to prevent future seizure activity in this patient?
1. Administer Valium orally twice each day. 2. Establish a low-dose continuous phenytoin infusion. 3. Increase the frequency of blood glucose assessment. 4. Frequently monitor brain wave activity.
A resident with dementia urinates in plants and the trash can. You can do which of the following?
a. Ask the person to signal you when she needs to void. b. Observe for signs that the person needs to void. c. Insert an indwelling catheter. d. Ask the resident to tell you when she is incontinent.