__________ is elimination of nutrients using self-induced vomiting, laxatives, enemas, or diuretics
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Purging
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The pediatric nurse caring for patients in a trauma center examines a patient who has increased intracranial pressure as a result of a motor vehicle crash. The nurse is aware that secondary brain injuries can result from which factor?
A. Acidosis B. Ischemia C. Infections D. Reduced oxygen
Of the following patients, who is most likely to need a neurologic assessment?
A) A 2-year-old, in for a well-child visit, sitting quietly on mother's lap B) An 8-year-old with rhinitis, coloring in a book C) An 18-year-old car accident victim who appears sleepy D) A 56-year-old patient with complaints of difficulty breathing
The nurse is admitting a patient to the labor and delivery unit. Which aspect of the patient's history requires notifying the physician?
1. Blood pressure 120/88 2. Father is a carrier of sickle-cell trait 3. Dark red vaginal bleeding 4. History of domestic abuse