Which are characteristics of a stage I pressure ulcer? (Select all that apply.)
a. The area is regular and well defined.
b. Tissue hardening is present.
c. Swelling has occurred at the site.
d. The condition is reversible.
e. Nonblanching erythema is observed.
B, C, D, E
A stage I ulcer has irregular and poorly defined margins, with swelling and hardening at the site of the nonblanching erythema. At this stage, the ulcer is reversible.
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1. Frequent blood pressure assessment 2. Erythropoietin injection 3. Administer ferrous sulfate orally 4. Monitor for hematuria
The ideal antacid does not cause acid rebound. Acid rebound is best described as:
a. overproduction of acid after eating a high-fat meal. b. overproduction of acid when the stomach pH is above the 4-5 range. c. ability to form chemical complexes with drugs. d. acid-base imbalance caused by consuming too much antacid.
Infectious disease has been known to cause which type of hearing loss?
What will be an ideal response?
Clinical information systems (CIS) are systems that manage data to support clinical decision making and are sourced from feeder systems such as:
a. laboratories. b. wards. c. inpatients. d. emergency.