Cytokines are thought to cause fevers by stimulating the synthesis of which chemical mediator?
a. Leukotriene
b. Histamine
c. Prostaglandin
d. Bradykinin
Answer: c. Prostaglandin
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1. Surgery and diagnostic testing procedures in ambulatory surgical settings 2. Episodic health care for chronic illnesses 3. Care of children in an emergency setting 4. Care of children needing care in an ICU setting
The nurse caring for a woman about to deliver a baby at 33 weeks' gestation knows that what factor might have accelerated surfactant production?
A. Fetal hemolytic disorders B. Incorrect dates C. Maternal hypertension D. Multiple gestation
A nurse is using the CUPS method of assessing a child's respiratory status and documents the following: open airway containing secretions, increased respiratory rate and effort, wheezing, mucous membranes pale pink in color, and fever
Based on this system, which is the appropriate rating for this child? A. Critical B. Potentially unstable C. Stable D. Unstable
An older adult patient has an open, draining wound on the lower medial aspect of the right leg. The skin surrounding the wound is reddish brown with surrounding erythema and edem
a. Based on this information, the nurse edits the patient's care plan to include impaired skin integrity: a. related to altered venous circulation. b. peripheral related to arterial insufficiency. c. related to diabetic neuropathy. d. open wound related to pressure ulcer.