An autoimmune disease in which antibodies damage receptors in the neuromuscular junction is:
a. rickets.
b. osteosarcoma.
c. crush syndrome.
d. myasthenia gravis.
d
The damage to the receptors in the neuromuscular junction causes the blockage of impulses to the muscle fibres,
leading to progressive muscle weakness.
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a. Spasms and difficulty urinating b. Pain in the umbilical region c. Large amounts of voided cloudy urine d. Small amounts of urine voided 2 to 3 times per hour
When formulating a nursing diagnosis for a client, what must the home health nurse consider?
1. The needs of the client, needs of the client's family, and the characteristics of the home. 2. The needs of the client and the caregivers of the client. 3. The current needs of the client and any potential "at risk" needs. 4. The community the client lives in and any potential risks for the client.
What is the chief predisposing factor for respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) of the newborn?
a. Low birth weight b. Alcohol consumption during pregnancy c. Premature birth d. Smoking during pregnancy
Data provided by studies on patients with community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) have influ-enced the standards of practice for those patients
Which order should the nurse anticipate on the standard orders as a result of initiatives devel-oped through clinical studies? a. Obtaining blood cultures within 4 hours of arrival at the hospital b. Administering antibiotics within 4 hours of arrival at the hospital c. Administration of aspirin on arrival to the hospital d. Administration of oxygen at 4 L per nasal prongs