Obesity is defined as body weight that is _____ above average, based on the individual's height and build
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
20%
Obesity is a growing problem in the United States.
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From which disorder of the adrenal cortex is the patient suffering? A) Hyperaldosteronism B) Adrenocortical hyperfunction C) Androgen-producing tumors D) Adrenal hyperplasia
The nurse identifies which anticipated outcomes of using a continuous passive motion mechanical device on the postoperative client?
Select all that apply. 1. The client experiences decreased edema in the joint. 2. The client does not accumulate blood in the joint. 3. The client experiences decreased pain in the joint. 4. The client has no or reduced scar tissue formation in the joint. 5. The client is able to get out of bed quickly after surgery.
In assessing the knowledge of a pregestational woman with type 1 diabetes concerning changing insulin needs during pregnancy, the nurse recognizes that further teaching is warranted when the woman states:
a. "I will need to increase my insulin dosage during the first 3 months of pregnan-cy." b. "Insulin dosage will likely need to be increased during the second and third tri-mesters." c. "Episodes of hypoglycemia are more likely to occur during the first 3 months." d. "Insulin needs should return to normal within 7 to 10 days after birth if I am bot-tle-feeding."
Screening at 24 weeks of gestation reveals that a pregnant woman has gestational di-abetes mellitus (GDM). In planning her care, the nurse and the woman mutually agree that an expected outcome is to prevent injury to the fetus as a result of GDM
The nurse identifies that the fetus is at greatest risk for: a. Macrosomia. b. Congenital anomalies of the central nervous system. c. Preterm birth. d. Low birth weight.