The "on" state of the neuron is generally referred to as the
A. dendritic charge
B. nerve impulse
C. synaptic knob-knocker
D. axonic metabolite
B. nerve impulse
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A severe deficiency of carbohydrates may lead to
a. dental caries. b. electrolyte imbalance. c. problems with body tissue healing. d. obesity.
The nurse is preparing assignments in a pediatric unit for the night shift. Which of the following would be appropriate to assign the LPN/LVN?
a. A 5-year-old child who had an appen-dectomy about 6 hours ago b. A 4-year-old child admitted for severe epiglottis who is running a fever of 102° F c. A 6-year-old child admitted with dehydration and receiving IV therapy d. A 7-year-old child who has inhalation burns 2 days ago and has a tracheostomy
The nurse notices that a Jewish patient on her unit is in his room lighting a Shabbat candle on Friday night. The culturally sensitive response by the nurse would be:
a.“You are not permitted to have lit candles in this facility.” b.“The fire code prohibits anyone from doing this in his or her room.” c.“Didn’t you realize that you could cause a serious fire in the facility?” d.“Let me find out if you can light this candle in the chapel downstairs.”
What does an elevated CRP and homocysteine indicate in general?