The slow release of thromboplastic material into the circulation activates the blood coagulation and fibrinolytic systems but also causes a compensatory increase in platelets and blood proteins concerned with blood coagulation (coagulation factors),
which predisposes to intravascular thromboses. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
True
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A nursing student working in an Adult Care for Elders unit learns that frailty in the older population includes which components? (Select all that apply.)
a. Dementia b. Exhaustion c. Slowed physical activity d. Weakness e. Weight gain
The nurse is aware that to maintain fluid balance between the intracellular and extracellular compartments:
a. there is a constant exchange of water between the compartments b. the hypothalamus sends each compartment messages regarding the need for retaining or releasing fluid to the cells c. the kidneys retain and excrete fluid as needed for fluid balance d. the lymph nodes throughout the body regulate fluid balance
A 35-year-old Afghani woman is admitted to the obstetric unit. While doing a transcultural assessment, how would the nurse individualize questions for this patient?
A) Ascertain if the patient speaks and understands English B) Remember that 35-year-old Afghani women were not allowed an education in their home country C) Get a translator D) Speak only with the patient's husband
Which statement or question by the nurse manager demonstrates an assertive approach?
a. "You must assess and document pain status for every patient." b. "Why haven't you been assessing and documenting pain for every patient?" c. "Will you please assess and document pain status for every patient?" d. "Explain why you haven't been assessing and documenting pain for every patient."