The term used by the nurse to describe the processes that result in increases in physical size is referred to as __________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Growth
Growth is an increase in size.
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Which medications should the nurse anticipate administering in the patient with an initial diagnosis of stable angina?
A) Antiplatelet, long-acting nitrate B) Beta blocker, ACE inhibitor C) Antiplatelet, beta blocker D) ACE inhibitor, long-acting nitrate
During a health history the nurse becomes concerned that a patient is at risk for a neurological problem because of occupational and social hazards. What findings caused the nurse to have this concern?
Select all that apply. 1. The patient smokes 1 ppd of cigarettes. 2. The patient and spouse walk the family dog after dinner. 3. The patient works in a chemical plant that manufactures plastic. 4. The patient plays football with college friends every Saturday afternoon. 5. The patient rides a motorcycle in a state where headgear is not mandatory.
A new nurse asks a 4 year old, "Do you want to take your medicine?" The child refuses to do so. The new nurse should have stated:
1. "If you take your medicine now, you can have a popsicle afterwards.". 2. "It is important to take your medicine, so open up.". 3. "You can have your medicine as a chewable or liquid. Which would you like?" 4. "Will you take the medicine from your father?"
Digitalis therapy is begun with ________ doses to bring the blood level up to a certain point; this is called the period of digitalization.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).