Which of the following would lead the nurse to suspect osteomyelitis in a child?

A) Swelling and point tenderness
B) Decreased erythrocyte sedimentation rate
C) Coolness of the affected site
D) Increased range of motion


A

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__________ refers to a low volume of extracellular fluid

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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What is the main difference between a portal approach and a proprietary course management system (CMS) approach in distance education?

a. Portal-based systems can only be accessed by faculty of an institution, and proprietary CMS systems can be accessed by students and faculty. b. Portal-based systems can be accessed by students and faculty of an institution, and proprietary CMS systems can only be accessed by faculty. c. Portal-based systems are products purchased or licensed by a vendor, and proprietary CMS systems are developed and customized by the learning institution. d. Portal-based systems are developed and customized by the learning institution, and proprietary CMS systems are products purchased or licensed by a vendor.

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The nurse is caring for a client who is diagnosed with benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH). The client reports an increase in symptoms. Which of the following assessments would best explain the source of the increased symptoms?

1. Use of over-the-counter saw palmetto 2. Decreased oral intake at night 3. Use of over-the-counter cold medication 4. Recent vasectomy

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