All of the following are true about the lesions of Kaposi's sarcoma (KS) except
A) they can be internal or external.
B) they are spread by direct and indirect contact.
C) they are common in HIV disease and AIDS.
D) they are probably caused by a herpes virus.
B
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A patient with osteoporosis is prescribed alendronate (Fosamax). What should the nurse include when instructing the patient about this medication?
Select all that apply. 1. Report new or worsening heartburn, and difficult or painful swallowing. 2. Take the medication with orange juice one hour after food. 3. Do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking medication. 4. Take vitamin C supplements as instructed for bone mineralization. 5. This medication has a gradual response and continues for months after the drug is stopped.
Identify the possible nursing diagnosis for a teenager with severe acne
1. Knowledge deficit related to hygiene 2. Self-esteem issues related to personal appearance 3. Insufficient nutrition related to skin breakouts 4. All of the above would be appropriate nursing diagnoses for the teenager.
Which statement is true about the basal metabolic rate (BMR) in children?
a. It is reduced by fever. b. It is slightly higher in boys than in girls at all ages. c. It increases with age of child. d. It decreases as proportion of surface area to body mass increases.
A client who is anxious about an impending surgery is at risk for respiratory alkalosis. For which signs and symptoms of respiratory alkalosis does the nurse assess this client?
A. Disorientation and dyspnea B. Drowsiness, headache, and tachypnea C. Tachypnea, dizziness, and paresthesias D. Dysrhythmias and decreased respiratory rate and depth