The level of risk for coronary artery disease for a client with a serum cholesterol level of 270 mg/dl is _____ risk
a. low
b. moderate
c. high
d. no
ANS: C
A value of 270 for serum cholesterol puts the client at high risk.
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ANS:
A nurse is studying intrinsic factors that influence the development of asthma in a community. What factors does the nurse assess? (Select all that apply.)
a. Socioeconomic status b. Genetics c. Pollution in the area d. Water cleanliness e. Immunization status
A nurse is caring for a client with a contusion injury to his right eye. What measure
should the nurse employ to reduce edema in the client's eye? A) Lavage the eye for an extended period of time B) Administer 8 to 10 miotic eye drops C) Apply a thin layer of topical anesthetic solution D) Apply cold packs for the first 24 to 48 hours
Which differentiating sign is required to make the diagnosis of pyelonephritis from that of cystitis?
a. Difficulty starting the stream of urine b. Spasmodic pain that radiates to the groin c. Increased glomerular filtration rate d. Urinalysis confirmation of white blood cell casts