The concentration of hydrogen ions in a body fluid is called the ________ value.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
pH
pH is the measure of the acidity or alkalinity of a solution.
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She has considered leaving home with her two children but has not been able to bring herself to do so. Which might be reasons this abuse victim does not leave? Select all that apply. a. She has entered the "honeymoon stage.". b. Attempting to leave increases the danger. c. On some level, she really does not want to leave. d. The spouse's positives outweigh the negatives. e. She holds religious beliefs that require her to stay. f. She is dependent on his financial support.
A newly pregnant client asks the nurse, "What is the false pelvis?" Which is a correct statement that the nurse should give the client?
a. It is the total anterior portion of the pelvis. b. It is considered to be the lower portion of the pelvis. c. It provides support for the internal organs and the upper part of the body. d. It is the narrowest part of the pelvis through which a fetus will pass during birth.
A nurse educator is teaching students about the philosophy of caring in nursing, and states that nurses can only be truly caring if they are true to themselves first
This action then emphasizes the importance of nurses knowing themselves, which brings about a process that allows the nurse to be with another person. The educator is teaching the concept of caring according to whose theory? A) Roach B) Watson C) Boykin and Schoenhofer D) Ray
A client is admitted for further testing to confirm sarcoidosis. Which diagnostic test provides definitive information that the nurse should report to the healthcare provider?
A) Lung tissue biopsy. B) Positive blood cultures. C) Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). D) Computerized tomography (CT) of the thorax.