The nurse explains that, in the event of a massive hemorrhagic episode, the _____ contracts and adds blood to the circulating volume
a. spleen
b. liver
c. pancreas
d. bone marrow
A
The spleen has the ability to contract and add blood to the circulating volume in the event of massive hemorrhage.
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A) Deal with family dysfunction B) Cope with violence C) Escape painful emotions D) Enhance mood or affective state
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a. Biological b. Economic c. Lifestyle d. Social
What category of mental retardation,moderate
a. 69-55 b. 54-40 c. 39-25 d. Below 25
When the patient is sitting in a chair or wheelchair, the feet should be at a 45° angle to the lower legs.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)