Calcitonin is a hormone secreted by the _____ when serum calcium is elevated.
A. kidneys
B. adrenal glands
C. thyroid gland
D. pancreas
Ans: C. thyroid gland
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a. apply dressings. b. cover with a blanket. c. cool the burn immediately. d. apply topical ointment.
A patient who has been treated with hydralazine (Apresoline) is also taking propranolol (Inderal). The nurse understands that the rationale for this concurrent use of the two medications is to
a. prevent rebound hypertension. b. prevent reflex tachycardia. c. reduce afterload to prevent heart failure. d. prevent a drug-induced lupus erythematosus–type reaction.
To prevent the spread of infection, hold linens away from your uniform
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Which of the following statements is true of the cleaning techniques used to eliminate bacteria?
A. Alcohol or iodophor solutions should be used to disinfect surfaces before the use of soap or detergent if dirt or organic matter has accumulated on the surface. B. Glutaraldehyde solution is used to remove microorganisms on the skin prior to puncturing the vein to obtain blood. C. An iodophor swab is used for a short swabbing procedure before obtaining blood for a routine blood test. D. None of these are correct.