Which health problem is the most serious possible side effect for status epilepticus?

a. Ruptured spinal disks
b. Brain tumor
c. Broken bones
d. Brain damage


ANS: D

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A) Insert the needle at the appropriate angle. B) Select the needle length based on the patient's weight. C) Ensure that there is no hair on the injection site. D) Rotate the injection site regularly.

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Which life event or transition is reported to be particularly stressful to toddlers?

a. having more than five siblings c. both parents working outside the home b. personal injury or illness d. illness or death of a cousin

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Which of the following would a high hematocrit indicate?

A) inadequate red blood cell production B) excessive production of platelets C) polycythemia vera D) too many white blood cells in circulation E) anemia

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The vertical dyadic relationship in LMX is established by

a. The leader b. The follower c. The leader and follower d. The leader and the organizational structure

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