Which of the following statements is true of the tetracyclines?

A. They affect both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
B. They bind irreversibly to bacterial ribosomes.
C. They are a group of bactericidal antibiotics.
D. They passively diffuse through the outer cell wall of bacteria.


Answer: A

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Which statement reflects a belief that is central to holistic, collaborative health care?

1. Interdisciplinary decisions are made about the client's care. 2. Collaboration involves questioning and ordering. 3. Responsibility for health falls on the client rather than on healthcare professionals. 4. Healthcare providers hold the best idea about what will meet the client's needs.

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A client engages in frequent temper tantrums that usually result in her parents giving in to her demands. The client's tantrum resolves when she gets her way. A nurse identifies that the parents' behavior is being affected by the client's behavior

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a. Taking at-risk babies out of violent households b. Placing babies under the care of community health nurses c. Educating and providing support to new parents d. Helping those affected seek proper legal representation

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