A patient's blood oxygen saturation level is 99% on room air. Which structure should the nurse identify that transports oxygenated blood to the heart?

A. Pulmonary arteries
B. Pulmonary veins
C. Bronchial veins
D. Bronchial arteries


Answer: B

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The nurse is collecting a specimen from an infected wound. From which portion of the wound should the specimen be collected?

1. Clean areas of granulation tissue 2. Exudate in the bottom of the wound 3. A pus-coated area on the side of the wound 4. Intact skin at the edge of the wound

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Binders do which of the following?

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A researcher wishes to learn about the experiences that women have when breastfeeding their infants in the workplace. Which type of study design will the researcher employ?

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