What is the cause of cell death when a patient receives radiation as a treatment for cancer?
a. Separation of the cell from normal cells
b. Damage of the cell membrane
c. Alteration of the DNA of the cell
d. Reduction of cell nutrition
B
The immediate effect of radiation is cell death as a result of damage to the cell membrane. The delayed effect is the alteration of the DNS so that it cannot replicate.
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1. Cover the client with a light blanket, but avoid heavy covering. 2. Use several blankets to provide warmth and comfort to the chilled client. 3. Give warm fluids by mouth and cover client with several blankets. 4. Explain to the client that covers are not allowed during the initiation phase of a fever.
A two-year-old child who was born prematurely and is ventilator-dependent is ready for discharge from the hospital. The family wants to care for the child at home but does not have the resources for 24-hour care
The case manager intervenes by: 1. Telling the family that a long-term health facility would be the best location for a ventilator-dependent child. 2. Making multiple referrals to a variety of community-based agencies. 3. Arranging a community fund raiser to pay for support services. 4. Contacting local nurses in the community to provide assistance for the family.
Which body system digests and transports foods, absorbs nutrients, and eliminates waste?
A) Nervous B) Integumentary C) Cardiovascular D) Gastrointestinal
Primary benefits associated with the use of standardized terminology for fetal heart monitoring interpretation include
A. Enhanced communication among health care providers and promotion of patient safety B. Increased nursing time at the bedside and enhanced patient satisfaction C. Increased likelihood of correctly diagnosing fetal acidosis during labor