A nurse cares for many older patients. Which finding should the nurse identify as pathologic in a 72-year-old?
a. Two hospitalizations in 6 months for respiratory infections
b. Patient reports of sleeping only of 5 to 6 hours each night
c. Thinning hair and brittle nails
d. Dry, tissue paper–like skin
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Round to the nearest whole number.
Amniocentesis has suggested that a couple's first child will be born with sickle cell disease. The parents are unfamiliar with the health problem, and their caregiver is explaining the complexities
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A nurse, who works in a clinic environment, places great emphasis on cost control, customer satisfaction, health promotion, and preventive services. The primary focus of this nurse is representative of which type of healthcare system?
A) Functional method B) Client-focused care C) Case method D) Managed care
You observe redness, swelling, and narrowing of the external ear, which most likely indicate acute otitis ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word