In a large prospective study such as the Nurses Health Study, the research team should be aware of the possibility of:
A) Nonresponse bias
B) Attrition bias
C) Selection bias
D) Ceiling bias
C
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A) It removes water from the filtrate and returns it to the vascular compartment. B) It lessens the amount of fluid entering the glomerulus. C) It leads to the production of dilute urine. D) It causes tubular cells to lose their water permeability.
What must be completed before a position is offered?
A) Physical examination B) Preemployment testing C) Reference check D) Personal interview
A 4-year-old child has just been diagnosed with pseudohypertrophic (Duchenne) muscular dystrophy. The management plan should include which action?
a. Recommend genetic counseling. b. Explain that the disease is easily treated. c. Suggest ways to limit use of muscles. d. Assist family in finding a nursing facility to provide his care.
A patient who has several risk factors for osteoporosis has a bone density test that indicates osteopenia. The primary care NP plans to prescribe a bisphosphonate. Before initiating treatment, the NP should:
a. order an upper GI x-ray. b. initiate PPI therapy. c. order serum calcium and vitamin D levels. d. prescribe a calcium and vitamin D supplement.