What are empirical risks for most multifactorial diseases based on?
a. Chromosomal testing
b. Direct observation
c. Liability thresholds
d. Relative risks
Ans: b. Direct observation
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a. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation b. Respiratory support with ventilator c. Insertion of laryngoscope and suctioning of the trachea d. Insertion of an endotracheal tube
The nurse caring for a patient with bipolar disorder understands that which is a priority consideration when planning patient care goals?
1. Establishing a therapeutic alliance 2. Improving mood symptoms through psychotherapy 3. Educating patients about the trajectory of improvement 4. Determining the therapeutic efficacy of the patient's lithium therapy
The patient demonstrates understanding of the implications for future pregnancies secondary to her classic uterine incision when she states:
1. "The next time I have a baby, I can try to deliver vaginally." 2. "The risk of rupturing my uterus is too high for me to have any more babies." 3. "Every time I have a baby, I will have to have a cesarean delivery." 4. "I can only have one more baby."
Normal anteroposterior (AP) diameter ranges from 1:2 to 5:7 . An increase in AP diameter of the chest that is characterized by displacement of the sternum forward and the ribs outward is indicative of
a. a funnel chest. c. a barrel chest. b. a pigeon breast. d. Harrison's groove.