Which test is definitive for the diagnosis of CRC?
a. carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA)
b. barium swallow
c. colonoscopy with biopsy
d fecal occult blood test (FOBT)
Answer: c. colonoscopy with biopsy
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1. Goat's milk formula 2. Breast milk 3. Cow's milk-based formula 4. Meat-based formula such as Nutramigen
The likelihood that a statistical value obtained through analysis of the data is likely to occur in any two samples selected from the same population is called:
a. degrees of freedom. b. induction. c. interval estimation. d. probability.
A person who is the caregiver of a parent with early-to-middle-stage Alzheimer disease is concerned about possible episodes of incontinence. What strategy should the nurse suggest?
a. Limiting the patient's fluid intake to 1000 ml daily b. Discussing the use of an indwelling catheter with the health care provider c. Putting plastic coverings on the beds, upholstered chairs, and sofas d. Taking the patient to the bathroom at least every 2 hours when the patient is awake
The nurse is administering blood to the client. During the infusion, the client reports a headache and feeling very tired. What will the nurse do first?
A) notify the physician B) notify the blood bank C) check the client's vital signs D) check the client's temperature E) pause the infusion