A nurse assesses ischemic spots around the nail beds of a patient with rheumatoid arthritis and recognizes that these are a complication of medical diagnosis, rheumatoid arthritis, related to _____

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


vasculitis
Vasculitis occurs when the vessels become inflamed and cause ischemia and necrosis.

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What is the difference between complementary therapy and alternative therapy?

a. Complementary therapy must be administered by a medical doctor. b. Complementary therapy is administered with conventional therapy. c. Complementary therapy replaces conventional therapy. d. Complementary therapy is administered to a group of patients at the same time.

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Patients who are on or who will be starting chronic corticosteroid therapy need monitoring of:

1. Serum glucose 2. Stool culture 3. Folate levels 4. Vitamin B12

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Dimensions that are considered regarding outcome measurement tools such as quality report cards include: (Select all that apply.)

a. patient care goals. b. nurses' system evaluations. c. performance appraisals. d. situational content. e. intended audience.

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Which normal physiologic change occurs in the aging pulmonary system?

a. Decreased flow resistance b. Fewer alveoli c. Stiffening of the chest wall d. Improved elastic recoil

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