The case rate of tuberculosis (TB) is highest among which ethnicity in the United States?
a. African American
b. Native American
c. Hispanic
d. Asian
D
TB is most often found in Asian Americans, at 25.6 new TB cases per 100,000 people.
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The researcher's own voice is heard most in which section of a study?
a. Conclusions b. Findings c. Literature review d. Results
The nurse should explain to new parents that their infant's position should be changed periodically during the early months of life to prevent which of the following?
1. Muscle contractures 2. Respiratory distress 3. Permanently flattened areas of the skull 4. Esophageal reflux
The client has supplemental oxygen in place and requires suctioning to remove excess secretions from the airway. To promote maximum oxygenation, an appropriate action by the nurse is to:
1. Suction continuously for 30-second intervals 2. Replace the oxygen and allow rest in between suctioning passes 3. Increase the amount of suction pressure to 200 mm Hg 4. Complete a number of suctioning passes until the catheter comes back clear
Identify a true statement about the mechanism of action of the preferred diuretics used in the treatment of hypertension.
A. Thiazide and thiazide-like diuretics cause an increase in the excretion of sodium and water, which reduces the blood volume and cardiac output. B. Aldosterone antagonists cause an increase in the excretion of sodium and water, which reduces blood volume and cardiac output. C. Loop diuretics cause an increase in the excretion of sodium and water, which reduces blood volume and cardiac output. D. None of these are correct.