The rhythmic contractions of the lining of the GI tract to push food along the passageway is defined as which of the following?
A. peristalsis
B. intestinal motility
C. defecation
D. eructation
Answer: A
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a. male faculty numbers are approaching numbers similar to the overall male population. b. male and minority enrollments have been growing exponentially. c. minorities are well represented in nursing and health care today. d. minority numbers have increased but still underrepresent the population.
The nurse prepares to give a presentation on the pathology of caries to a group of seniors
Which of the following rationales is correct when understanding why today's elders had a greater risk of caries when they were young than today's children and young adults? A) Poor diet B) Age-related changes C) Lack of fluoride in the water D) Lack of knowledge regarding oral hygiene
Ms. Taylor brings her 8-year-old daughter Sara to the clinic for the third time in the last two months. Sara complains of abdominal pain, however, her blood tests and abdominal ultrasound examination are negative
Sara's mother states that Sara is very active and that she often falls down. When the nurse asks about Sara's behavior, the mother states that their form of discipline at home is "time outs". In addition, the mother states that Sara eats well but the nurse documents Sara's weight as falling below the 10th percentile. The nurse also notices in documentation that Sara had bruises on her arms at the time of the last two visits. Today the nurse notes that Sara has ecchymoses on her left leg and ankle. The most appropriate action for the clinic nurse to take in relation to Sara's complaints is to: A) Ask Sara privately whether she feels safe at home and whether someone is hurting her B) Ask Sara and her mother again about the bruising and Sara's activities C) Ask Sara's mother about Sara's activities and take another blood sample for a complete blood count. D) Ask Sara's mother to keep a diary of what Sara is eating, and note when the pain is experienced in relation to Sara's diet and activity.
A client tells the nurse that flakes of skin come loose with every shampoo. The nurse realizes this client is experiencing which of the following type of secondary skin lesion?
1. Macule 2. Nodule 3. Crust 4. Scale