The nurse is changing the diaper on a newborn and notices that there is a musty smell to the infant's urine. What does this characteristic sign indicate to the nurse?
A) Galactosemia
B) Congenital hypothyroidism
C) Phenylketonuria
D) Turner syndrome
Ans: C
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A) Acyclovir B) Ceftriaxone C) Podophyllum resin D) Tetracycline
Assessment findings vary based upon the type of chemical agent exposure during a terrorist attack or war. The chemical sulfur mustard is an example of which of the following types of chemical warfare agents?
A) Nerve agents B) Blood agents C) Pulmonary agents D) Vesicants
While ambulating, a patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus becomes diaphoretic and complains of hunger. A capillary blood glucose level measures 45 mg/dL. Which of the following should the nurse plan to provide to this patient?
1. 20 to 30 grams of oral carbohydrates 2. 10 to 15 grams of oral carbohydrates 3. a 50 gram glucose iv bolus 4. an infusion of 10 percent dextrose in water
The nurse is caring for a gentleman who has dry skin. When the following interventions are compared, which would be most appropriate for this patient?
a. Limiting the frequency of bathing b. Using a fat-free soap for washing c. Using warm water and moisturizers d. Bathing with hot water to increase blood flow