A patient with multiple myeloma becomes confused and lethargic. The nurse would expect that these clinical manifestations may be explained by diagnostic results that indicate:
A. hyperkalemia
B. hyperuricemia
C. hypercalcemia
D. CNS myeloma
Answer: D. CNS myeloma
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1. slowing cell growth. 2. only malignant cells. 3. the bacterial cell wall. 4. helper T-cell production.
Why is the optic disc considered to be a "blind spot"?
A. This area does not contain photoreceptors. B. Light rays are unable to focus on this location. C. Blood vessels form a meshwork here and interfere with vision. D. This area is so heavily pigmented that light rays are absorbed rather than re-fracted.
A _____________ medication provides a slow release of a drug into bloodstream
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
A new mother is concerned because she notices a white, milky discharge from her newborn's nipples. Which explanation by the nurse is most appropriate?
1) "This is an abnormal finding, and the drainage will be cultured." 2) "This is an abnormal finding and may be indicative of diabetes." 3) "This is a normal finding and will disappear in a few days." 4) "This is a normal finding and will disappear when the mother stops breastfeeding."