Which laboratory test result will the nurse monitor when evaluating the effects of therapy for a 62-year-old female patient who has acute pancreatitis?
a. Calcium
b. Bilirubin
c. Amylase
d. Potassium
c. Amylase
Amylase is elevated in acute pancreatitis. Although changes in the other values may occur, they would not be useful in evaluating whether the prescribed therapies have been effective.
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Motor vehicle crashes (MVCs) and falls are the greatest cause of
a. spinal shock. c. maxillofacial injuries b. blunt thoracic trauma. d. penetrating thoracic injuries.
The degree to which people perceive they have control over their environment is called:
a. control c. fate and luck b. transcultural delegation d. environmental control
A nurse is instructing a 25-year-old diabetic client regarding preventive foot care measures to be followed. Which of the following information should be included in client teaching?
A) Massage between the toes with a good quality lotion. B) Avoid any kind of physical exercise to prevent injury. C) Use heating pads and hot water bags to increase the circulation. D) Place lamb's wool between overlapping toes to prevent irritation.