A normal blood finding in the term neonate on day one of life is:
a. a hematocrit of 65%
b. a hemoglobin level of 18 g/dL
c. erythrocyte count of 3 million
Answer: b. a hemoglobin level of 18 g/dL
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A) African Americans B) German Americans C) Irish Americans D) Scandinavian Americans
A client is being treated with antiviral pharmacotherapy. The nurse understands that treatment with antiviral drugs is extremely challenging because:
1. their broad spectrum causes severe adverse effects. 2. the drug scheduling makes compliance difficult. 3. the rapid mutation of viruses quickly makes drugs ineffective. 4. high doses of medication are required to achieve therapeutic effects.
Which of the following muscles are the first to become relaxed after the administration of a low dose of a nondepolarizing muscle relaxant?
A. The muscles of the eyes and face B. The muscles of the trunk C. The muscles of the limbs D. The muscles of the diaphragm