Raynaud's phenomenon is a type of peripheral vascular disease. Describe the disorder
What will be an ideal response?
It is a disorder that generally affects the blood vessels in the fingers and toes. It is characterized by intermittent attacks that cause the blood vessels in the digits to narrow. The attack is usually due to exposure to cold or occurs during emotional stress. Once the attack begins, the patient may experience pallor, cyanosis, and/or redness in the affected part.
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A client who is unconscious due to drug toxicity is brought to the emergency room. The client's vital signs include a body temperature of 97.8ºF, pulse rate of 90 beats/minute, respiratory rate of 12 breaths/minute, and blood pressure of 100/70 mm Hg
The arterial blood gas values of the client are also documented. Blood pH 7.29 Partial pressure of carbon dioxide 32 mm Hg Partial pressure of oxygen 95 mm Hg Bicarbonate concentration 17 mEq/L Oxygen saturation 98% Which condition has the client developed? A. Compensated respiratory acidosis B. Compensated respiratory alkalosis C. Uncompensated metabolic acidosis D. Uncompensated respiratory acidosis
In internal respiration, oxygen moves out of the alveoli and into the capillaries, and carbon dioxide moves in the opposite direction
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Negative stress, or ________, is created by stressors that deplete energy and result in impaired performance.
A. tension B. distress C. eustress D. anxiety
The vagina is a muscular tube that goes from the outside of the body to the uterus.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)