The best option for measuring a pulse on a school-aged child would be
A) radial pulse for one full minute.
B) apical pulse for one full minute.
C) femoral pulse for one full minute.
D) brachial pulse for one full minute.
A
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a. Ask if she has any questions about sexual activity. b. Have the physician return and explain the procedure again. c. Have the woman sign the consent form. d. Offer her a referral to a sexual counselor.
The nurse is reviewing the laboratory analysis of a female patient's hormones. Increases in which hormone levels would indicate ovulation is occurring?
1. Estrogen 2. Luteinizing hormone 3. Progesterone 4. Gonadotropin-releasing hormone
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a. Nonimmigrant b. Refugee c. Legal immigrant d. Lawful permanent resident
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