Which of the following physical stressors have the greatest impact on metabolism? Select all that apply.
A) Exercise
B) Cancer
C) Major surgery
D) Burns
E) Malnutrition
B) Cancer
C) Major surgery
D) Burns
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The physician has ordered a somatosensory evoked responses (SERs) test for a patient you are caring for. You know that this test is used to diagnose what?
A) Peripheral sensory deficits B) Demyelinating diseases C) Brainstem deficits D) Diabetic neuropathies
The nurse educator is preparing a teaching plan on preventing urinary tract infections for a group of female college students. What information will the nurse include in the plan? Select all that apply
a. Empty the bladder soon after sexual intercourse. b. Urinate when you first feel the urge to void. c. Wear appropriate underwear, including nylon or synthetic garments. d. Wipe perineum area from back to front after voiding. e. Use tampons instead of sanitary napkins while menstruating.
A nurse is caring for a confused and frail patient. Which interventions will best minimize the patient's risk of injury related to the geriatric triad? (Select all that apply.)
a. Respond to the patient's call bell promptly. b. Ensure the bed alarm is on at all times. c. Remain with the patient when eating. d. Assess elimination needs every 2 hours while the patient is awake. e. Offer the patient fluids during each visit.
Explain the role of the kidneys in the development of hypertension.
A. Activation of the RAA mechanism causes vasoconstriction, and sodium and water release, which leads to an increase in blood pressure. B. Deactivation of the RAA mechanism causes vasoconstriction, and sodium and water retention, which leads to an increase in blood pressure. C. Activation of the RAA mechanism causes vasoconstriction, and sodium and water retention, which leads to an increase in blood pressure. D. None of these are correct.