Adequate levels of the mineral iron are necessary for oxygen distribution throughout the body
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Oxygen is carried throughout the body by hemoglobin, a complex of heme and oxygen in red blood cells. If the red blood cell count is reduced, and with it the amount of hemoglobin, oxygen distribution throughout the body is reduced, and this can result in many problems.
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1. Computerized tomography (CT) 2. Positron emission test (PET) 3. Single photon-emission computed tomography (SPECT) 4. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
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1. hope. 2. health. 3. happiness. 4. helpfulness.
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A) Administer the drug early in the day. B) Take frequent naps throughout the day. C) Avoid caffeine products. D) Stop taking the medication. E) Be active during the day.
The nurse, caring for a patient diagnosed with lung cancer, determines that the patient might be experiencing superior vena cava syndrome when which finding is assessed?
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