A patient with abdominal distention:
A. experiences frequent constipation.
B. has a large, bloated abdomen.
C. has a fluid retention problem.
D. experiences loose stools daily.
Answer: B
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1. Public zone. 2. Personal zone. 3. Intimate zone. 4. Social zone.
Which department would not be included within the supportive subsystem?
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The nurse is concerned about a patient filing a civil liability suit. What should the nurse expect to occur if a civil liability suit is planned?
a. Receive a summons b. Receive a copy of the complaint c. Respondeat superior determination d. Receive a notice that a complaint was filed with a court