A common but serious complication of peritonitis is:
A) Dehydration
B) Gastroenteritis
C) Hepatitis
D) Sepsis
Answer: D) Sepsis
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A) Clearly explain the potential benefits of pelvic floor muscle exercises. B) Ensure the patient knows that surgery will be required if the exercises are unsuccessful. C) Arrange for biofeedback when the patient is learning to perform the exercises. D) Contact the patient weekly to ensure that she is performing the exercises consistently.
A nurse providing prenatal care to a pregnant woman is addressing measures to reduce her postpartum risk of cystocele, rectocele, and uterine prolapse. What action should the nurse recommend?
A) Maintenance of good perineal hygiene B) Prevention of constipation C) Increased fluid intake for 2 weeks postpartum D) Performance of pelvic muscle exercises
Which critique of the program objective "to decrease the incidence of early childhood disease in Center County by providing immunization clinics in all schools between August and December of 2005" is accurate?
a. It is accurate as written. b. The results are ambiguous. c. The action verb is not action oriented. d. The purpose is not stated.
A 55-year-old male has swelling of the feet. Which of the following aided in the development of swelling?
a. Increased ATP b. Chloride movement out of the cell c. Na+ movement into the cell d. Decreased oncotic pressure