The nurse is aware that the movement of gases into and out of the lung is called:
a. diffusion c. perfusion
b. external respiration d. ventilation
C
The movement of gases into and out of the lung is called perfusion.
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1. Child will tie his shoes within one week. 2. Child will attempt to tie his shoes each morning when dressing. 3. Child will tie his shoes after process is demonstrated. 4. Child will wear shoes without laces.
What information will be included in client education for a client who needs to manage their calcium levels?
a. A peanut butter and jelly sandwich and a glass of milk is an excellent way to get calcium b. Calcium citrate and Calcium carbonate are equally effective forms of supplemental calcium c. Take your 1200-1500 mgs of daily calcium spread out between your meals and snacks d. Sodium keeps the calcium from being lost through the excretion of urine
A patient has a dose of labetolol (Normodyne) ordered twice a day and is due to have an exercise stress test this morning. What is the nurse's best action at this time?
a. Give the dose as ordered. b. Hold the dose and notify the prescriber. c. Give half the dose now and half after the procedure. d. Ask the patient about chest pain, dizziness, and light-headedness.
Mr. Miller has been diagnosed with bone cancer. You know this type of cancer is classified as:
A. sarcoma. B. lymphoma. C. carcinoma. D. melanoma.