A patient with an inflamed appendix is feeling pain in the stomach area. What is the term for this body response to stress?
A) local adaptation syndrome C) physiological homeostasis
B) general adaptation syndrome D) fight-or-flight response
A
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The structure that secretes a thin, milky alkaline fluid to enhance the viability of sperm is the:
a. Cowper gland. b. Prostate gland. c. Median sulcus. d. Bulbourethral gland.
The patient has returned following a thyroidectomy. How should the patient be positioned to promote comfort?
A) Side-lying (lateral) with one pillow placed under the head B) Head of the bed elevated 30 degrees and no pillows placed under the head C) Semi-Fowler's with the head supported on two pillows D) Flat, with a small roll supporting the neck
You see a 15-month-old at a health maintenance visit. Of the following assessments, which one is generally included in a 15-month check-up?
A) Blood pressure B) Height and weight measurements C) Clean-catch urine D) IQ testing
A client in the first stage of labor has an episode of bright-red bleeding. What is the best action for the nurse to take?
A) Perform a vaginal examination per protocol. B) Report any bleeding at once. C) Perform an ultrasound examination, as ordered. D) Inject vitamin K, as ordered, to stop bleeding.