The nurse makes a visual aid differentiating between mild, moderate, and severe anemia. The signs and symptoms of mild anemia include: (Select all that apply.)
a. hemoglobin of 14.4 g/dL.
b. palpitations.
c. dyspnea on exertion.
d. pallor.
e. fatigue.
B, C
In mild anemia, hemoglobin is below 14 g/dL. The mild anemic is not pale or abnormally fati-gued.
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A. "Tell me what happened." B. "What coping methods have you used, and did they work?" C. "Describe to me what your life was like before this happened." D. "Let's focus on the current problem." E. "I'll assist you in selecting functional coping strategies."
The nurse is teaching a parent about developmental needs of a 9-month-old infant. Which statement from the parent indicates a correct understanding of the teaching?
a. "My child will begin to speak in sentences by 1 year of age." b. "My child will probably enjoy playing peek-a-boo." c. "My child will sleep about 7 to 8 hours a night." d. "My child will be ready to try low-fat milk."
There are several risk factors for coronary artery disease (CAD). For each risk factor listed, mark whether it is nonmodifiable or modifiable
a. Age b. Smoking c. Family history of CAD d. Obesity e. Physical inactivity f. Gender g. Hypertension h. Diabetes mellitus i. Hyperlipidemia j. Ethnic background k. Stress l. Excessive alcohol use
An older adult's most recent blood work reveals that his serum albumin level is 21 g/L (low). This will most influence what aspect of pharmacokinetics?
A) Absorption B) Distribution C) Metabolism D) Excretion