Which of the following are signs of iron (Fe2+) deficiency? (Select all that apply.)
a. Pale eye membranes
b. Cheilosis (redness/swelling) of the lips
c. Spongy, bleeding gingiva
d. Glossitis
A, B, D
Pale eye membranes, cheilosis, and glossitis are all signs of iron deficiency. Spongy, bleeding gingiva is indicative of inadequate vitamin C intake.
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1. The patient now has natural immunity. 2. The patient has experienced a primary immune response. 3. The patient's immune system has mounted a secondary response to the pathogen. 4. The patient experienced an inflammatory response.
These statements are about the nursing process. Which is correct?
a. It changes as the person's needs change. b. It never changes. c. It requires a doctor's order. d. You are responsible for it.
As part of discharge teaching, which guideline regarding lithium therapy should a nurse plan to include? Select all that apply
A) Avoid excessive use of beverages containing caffeine. B) Maintain a consistent sodium intake. C) Consume at least 2500 to 3000 mL of fluid per day. D) Monitor blood pressure daily.
Ordered: Esmolol 5 g in 500 mL D5W to infuse at 125 mg/min for a patient weighing 135 lb. The maximum safe dose of Esmolol is 400 mcg/kg/min. If this is a safe dose, calculate the flow rate: ________. If the ordered dose is not a safe dose, write: not safe.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).