The nurse assessing a newborn notes an enlarged head with visible prominent scalp veins. Which should the nurse suspect the newborn is experiencing?

A. Acromegaly.
B. Craniosynostosis.
C. Fetal alcohol syndrome.
D. Hydrocephalus.


Answer: D

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A) Sodium B) AST, ALT, and bilirubin C) White blood cell differential D) BUN

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What is a significant factor when caring for health problems of patients within the Hispanic culture?

A. Lack of Spanish-speaking health care providers impeding appropriate care delivery B. Failure to highlight common chronic diseases among Hispanics in local media C. Overall population is young with a high birthrate compared to the general population D. Use of folk remedies creating cultural dissonance with the medical establishment

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After a cardiac catheterization, the client will have no activity restrictions

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The nurse is teaching a client prescribed acamprosate calcium. Which of the following client comments indicates a need for further teaching?

a. "It is an effective treatment of alcohol abuse." b. "It is not habit forming." c. "It will help me cut down on my alcohol intake." d. "It will not eliminate my withdrawal symptoms."

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