Risk factors are habits or characteristics that increase the probability of developing a disease. All of the following are controllable risk factors, EXCEPT ________.

A. unhealthy body mass index (BMI)
B. cigarette smoking
C. lack of immunizations
D. family history


Answer: D

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A. semi-Fowler's B. prone C. recovery D. shock

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________ It is in everyone's best interest that biases, stereotypes, and prejudices be put aside

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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For a client taking medication that alters the body's temperature regulation mechanism, which of the following would be safest to receive?

A) Massage B) Thermohydrotherapy C) Cold applications D) Cold showers

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Anesthesia is reimbursed according to the:

type of drug administered. type of surgery or procedure being performed. time under anesthesia. experience of the anesthesiologist.

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