Which finding would lead the nurse to suspect that a child is experiencing moderate dehydration?
A) Dusky extremities
B) Tenting of skin
C) Sunken fontanels
D) Hypotension
C
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The two major hormones of the posterior pituitary gland are ADH and
A) progesterone. B) testosterone. C) oxytocin. D) calcitonin.
The nurse is assessing an obese patient who expresses an interest in bariatric surgery
The nurse knows that in addition to meeting the criterion of morbid obesity, a candidate for bariatric surgery must also demonstrate which of the following? A) Knowledge of the causes of obesity and its associated risks B) Emotional stability and understanding of required lifestyle changes C) Positive body image and high self-esteem D) Insight into why their past weight loss efforts failed
When teaching a group of patients about colorectal cancer, the nurse informs the group that the most common symptom is:
A) Passage of blood in the stools B) Fatigue C) Anorexia D) A change in bowel habits
A patient complains to her physician of abdominal bloating and discomfort. She is a known alcoholic and has been treated recently for pancreatitis. Which medications may be used to reduce abdominal discomfort resulting from intestinal spasm,
increased motility, and acid production? a. Antiflatulents and antiemetics b. Antispasmodics and anticholinergics c. Anticholinergics and histamine H2 antagonists d. Antacids and chenodiol