The pediatric nurse collects a urine specimen from a 5-year-old patient and detects blood in the urine. The nurse is aware that this is the main symptom of:

A) hematuria.
B) proteinuria.
C) glomerulonephritis.
D) hemolytic uremic syndrome.


A

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The nurse explains that a Hindu refers to the record of his or her life and its accomplish-ments as ____________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Shock is not preventable in trauma victims.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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A patient is receiving tube feeding. The nurse instructs you to position the patient in Fowler's position. This means the

A. head of the bed is elevated 20° to 30°. B. patient is on his side with knees flexed. C. head of the bed is elevated 45° to 60°. D. knee rest should be elevated and the head flat.

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