Early colonial health efforts in the United States included:

1. Establishment of schools of nursing
2. Development of vaccines given to large numbers of people
3. Collection of vital statistics, improved sanitation, and control of communicable diseases introduced through seaports
4. Development of public housing and almshouses


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The other choices are events that happened after the colonial period.

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The nurse contrasts the use of ultrasound and four-dimensional ultrasound for the client by identifying that four-dimensional ultrasound does which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

a. provides improved visualization of fetus b. images are shown in rapid succession c. identifies uterine contractions d. identifies intrauterine mental retardation

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Which of the following is an example of appropriate subject-verb agreement?

a. It is my patient who needs to be turned. b. It is my patient who need to be turned. c. It is your patient who need to be turned. d. It is their patients who needs to be turned.

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When caring for a client receiving liothyronine sodium, the nurse notes the client is exhibiting diaphoresis, restlessness, and tachycardia. The nurse should:

a. administer oral diazepam. b. reassure the client that this is a normal reaction to liothyronine. c. notify the health care provider of the client's symptoms. d. decrease the client's 0.9% normal saline IV infusion.

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Which one of the following statements best describes the family caregiver burdens of providing home care?

A) Family members are expected to contribute financially to cover all of the costs of home care. B) Individuals recovering from severe illness or living with debilitating chronic illness rely on family members for unpaid assistance. C) Informal caregivers assume a considerable physical, psychological, and economic burden in the care of their loved one at home. D) Caregivers often describe themselves as emotionally and physically drained.

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