Today, the American Red Cross is chartered by Congress, and serves as the primary relief agency in catastrophic events.

a. true
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a. true

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When the 18-year-old girl is diagnosed with adenoma of the anterior pituitary, the nurse assesses for the classic signs of this diagnosis, which are (select all that apply):

1. cessation of menses. 2. milk production. 3. changing facial features. 4. excessive urine output. 5. weight gain.

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During peritoneal dialysis the client's dialysate white blood cell count is 150/mm3 and neutrophils are 60%. This would indicate that the client has developed

a. anemia. b. bowel perforation. c. peritonitis. d. pyelonephritis.

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The vitamin that is essential for absorption of amino acids is

a. vitamin B6. b. folate. c. vitamin A. d. vitamin E.

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The primary care nurse measures the client's blood pressure and obtains 145/90 mm Hg. Which should the nurse implement?

1. Collaborate on antihypertensive therapy. 2. Ask client about caffeine and sodium intake. 3. Ask for date of initial hypertension diagnosis. 4. Repeat the blood pressure after client relaxation.

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