________ is defined as a heart rate below 60 beats per minute.
A. Ventricular arrhythmia
B. Paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia
C. Sinus bradycardia
D. Supraventricular tachycardia
Answer: C
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A) Constant expert evaluation of patient status B) Limiting visits to immediate family C) Bathing all patients during hours of sleep D) Maintaining a quiet environment during hours of sleep
Providing assistance during a patient transfer is an example of which type of prioritization?
a. first priority: life-threatening or potentially life-threatening b. second priority: activities essential to safety c. third priority: activities essential to the plan of care d. fourth priority: activities essential to the patient's well-being
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A. Sub-acute cough lasting greater than two weeks B. Acute cough associated with a coryzal symptom C. Chronic cough with post-nasal drip D. Non-productive acute cough
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