A terrorist releases a poison gas in a crowded subway. This is an example of which of the following?
a. Appropriate political action
b. Man-made disaster
c. Media event
d. Natural disaster
ANS: B
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A patient with gastritis asks why the physician put her on an antacid when she has already been eating well. Which would be the best response made by the nurse? (Select all that apply.)
a. "Antacids are used to neutralize the acidity in your stomach between meals." b. "Although food helps to reduce discomfort by buffering your stomach acid, the antacids will help to neutralize the acid and reduce your pain." c. "All medications should be taken with an antacid." d. "Antacids are also used to treat constipation." e. "Antacids will help you digest your food."
Which of the following is not an adaptive response of the body to uncomplicated starvation?
1. Increased efficiency in reuse of amino acids 2. Decreased urea nitrogen excretion 3. Heightened awareness 4. Increased use of fatty acids for energy
A student nurse is preparing a care plan for a hospitalized school-aged patient focusing on ways to promote self-concept. Which intervention would not be appropriate?
A) Allow for privacy. B) Limit visitation of friends. C) Provide age-appropriate activities. D) Teach parents about the need for socialization.
Individual factors affecting safety include those that are related to the functioning of body systems and those that are directly associated with a person's particular lifestyle
Changes in which body system affect overall mobility increasing the propensity of falling? a. Neurologic b. Hepatic c. Cardiopulmonary d. Musculoskeletal