The nurse is planning a presentation concerning the Immunological Theory of Aging. When reviewing items for inclusion in the program, which of the following should be considered?
A) Hormones control the pace of aging, and their reduction will result in a decrease in immunity.
B) Some individuals are genetically programmed to have a markedly reduced immune system.
C) Reduced immune function leads to an increase in vulnerability to illness, aging, and death.
D) Anti-oxidants are linked to a bolstered immune system and improved response to aging.
C
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a. head b. feet c. tail d. chest
A drug's trade name is used in advertisements and marketing and is often easy to remember. Which drug names are trade names? (Select all that apply.)
a. Dimetapp b. Lanoxin c. Hydromorphone d. Pen-Vee K e. Meperidine
The nurse is providing instruction to the parents of a 7-month-old infant who has just been diagnosed with hearing loss. What guidance should the nurse provide?
A) Hearing loss is not serious until 1 year of age. B) Interventions to support hearing are not useful until the child is at least 9 months old. C) Expect that your child will be enrolled in a special hearing intervention program immediately. D) Keep your child in a quiet environment until additional testing is done.
When a client is brought to the ED with chemical injury to the left eye, the nurse would irrigate the eye with normal saline, a minimum of
a. 250 ml. b. 500 ml. c. 1000 ml. d. 2000 ml.