Which clinical manifestation in a pt with an instruction in the urinary system is associated specifically with a hydronephrosis?
a. flank asymmetry
b. chills and fever
c. urge incontinence
d. decreased urine volume
Answer: a. flank asymmetry
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a. carbohydrate splitting. b. reduced caloric intake. c. carbohydrate counting. d. carbohydrate balancing.
When their environment lacks security or presents dangers, the perception that life will be short or end in violence is most compelling for
1. children. 2. adolescents. 3. young adults. 4. middle-aged adults.
A woman is 16 weeks pregnant. She has had cramping, backache, and mild bleeding for the past 3 days. Her physician determines that her cervix is dilated to 2 centimeters, with 10% effacement, but membranes are still intact
She is crying, and says to the nurse, "Is my baby going to be okay?" In addition to acknowledging the client's fear, the nurse should also say: 1. "Your baby will be fine. We'll start IV, and get this stopped in no time at all." 2. "Your cervix is beginning to dilate. That is a serious sign. We will continue to monitor you and the baby for now." 3. "You are going to miscarry. But you should be relieved, because most miscarriages are the result of abnormalities in the fetus." 4. "I really can't say. However, when your physician comes, I'll ask her to talk to you about it."
Which of the following is the technique most often used for evaluating the neurologic system?
a. Auscultation b. Inspection c. Palpation d. Percussion