The tip of the sternum (letter E) is the ________ process.
xiphoid
Letter E represents the xiphoid process.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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Upon examination, it was revealed that Mary had hepatosplenomegaly and slight bruising on her forearms. A CBC was ordered, with the following results: HGB 9.0 g/dL HCT 24% WBC 11 × 109/L RBC 3.8 × 1012/L MCV 102 fl MCH 25 pg MCHC 40% PLT 275 × 109/L Peripheral smear: moderate macrocytes and stomatocytes Which of the following is most consistent with a presumptive diagnosis in this case? a. PNH b. HS c. DHS d. HE
What is the appropriate medical term for without muscle coordination?
a. Aphasia b. Ataxia c. Hemiplegia d. Neuralgia
A nurse caring for older adults in a nursing home has a paternalistic view about telling patients the truth about their conditions. Which of the following best describes the practice of paternalism?
A. Being a strong patient advocate. B. Acting like a parent to the patient. C. Thinking that "I know what is best for the patient." D. Forcing patients to do things against their will. E. Providing patients with a number of options.