Which of the following substances can suppress the inflammatory reaction?
A. Corticosteroid hormones
B. Antibodies
C. Monocytes
D. Lymphokines produced by T lymphocytes
A
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The nurse is explaining a procedure to a 2-year-old female client. Which strategy should the nurse use for client teaching?
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A nurse notes that the patient's skin is flushed and dry. The priority nursing action is to: a. assess vital signs. b. insert an intravenous catheter. c. request a sedative prescription. d. perform a mental status examination.
Mr. A presents to your office complaining of chest pain, mid-sternal and radiating to his back. He was mowing his lawn. He reports the pain lasting for about 8 minutes and went away after sitting down. What is his most likely diagnosis based on his presenting symptoms?
A. Acute MI B. GERD C. Pneumonia D. Angina