Coordinating body movements and posture and helping maintain body equilibrium are the major functions of the ________.

A. cerebellum
B. pons
C. thalamus
D. cerebral cortex


Answer: A

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Which of the following should the nurse instruct a client who is prescribed a topical medication for a skin condition?

1. Apply directly to broken or irritated skin. 2. Apply before bathing. 3. Apply after bathing. 4. Cover the area with an occlusive dressing.

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The clinic nurse will immediately alert the health care provider when which category X drugs are identified on the medication record of a recently diagnosed pregnant patient? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply

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The ambulatory surgical nurse calls to check on the patient at home the morning after surgery. The patient is reporting continued nausea and vomiting. Which of the following discharge education points should be reviewed with the patient?

a. Instruct the patient to take deep breaths. b. Instruct the patient to drink ginger ale and eat crackers. c. Instruct and attempt to connect the patient with the physician. d. Instruct the patient to go to the emergency department.

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