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Following routine colonoscopy screening, a client is told that he had several polyps removed. The client began crying stating, "I just can't deal with cancer. I'm too young." The nurse responds: A) "Don't worry. We have some great cancer doctors on staff. I'm sure chemo will help you fight i...

asymptomatic disease with mild discomfort, diarrhea, or constipation and flatulence which can be excused for other reasons. during acute episodes, food intake should be reduced along with antimicrobial drugs taken as needed; treated by increasing the bulk in the diet, omitting foods such as seeds or...

It is true that the Epstein-Barr virus is A)Sero-positive in 60% of the adult population Incorrect B)Considered a cause of Burkitt lymphoma C)Linked to B-cell lymphoma D) Linked with HIV CH. 11 - ANSWER-B) considered a cause of Burkitt lymphoma Which term best describes a condition t...

metabolic alkalosis - ANSWER-high pH, high HCO3 respiratory acidosis - ANSWER-low pH, high CO2 respiratory alkalosis - ANSWER-high pH, low CO2 metabolic acidosis causes - ANSWER-Primary Cause: Addition of large amounts of fixed acids to body fluids; Contributing Causes: Lactic acidosis (cir...

acid base analysis - patho - ANSWER-Metabolic acidosis: Decreased pH, decreased HCO 3 - Metabolic alkalosis: Increased pH, increased HCO 3 - Respiratory acidosis: Decreased pH, increased CO 2 Respiratory alkalosis: Increased pH, decreased CO 2 pH: 7.35-7.45 HCO3: 22-29 CO2: 35-45 amputation - ...

What kind of nursing implications will come with diverticulosis? - ANSWER-encourage 2-3 L of fluid per day, assess stools for color, consistency, frequency, and presence, and offer high dietary roughage. What are the warning signs of hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state - ANSWER-polyuria, polydipsia,...

QRS interval of 0.14 second - ANSWER-Upon analysis of an electrocardiogram, what finding indicates a disturbance in electrical conduction in the ventricles? A febrile transfusion reaction - ANSWER-Client recieving whole blood transfusion develops chills, fever, and headache 30 minutes after the t...

A nurse is describing the difference between active and passive transport. Which information should the nurse include? - ANSWER-active transport requires energy A nurse is asked about the functions of enzymes. How should the nurse respond? - ANSWER-Correct2 Enzymes direct biochemical reactions ...

Acid-Base Values - ANSWER-Normal values — The range of normal values varies among laboratories. In general, normal values for acidity (pH), the partial pressure of carbon dioxide (PaCO2) and bicarbonate concentration (HCO3) are as follows: ●pH - 7.35 to 7.45 ●PaCO2 - 35 to 45 mmHg (4.7...

WBC range - ANSWER-5,000-10,000 HIV/AIDS occurs when... - ANSWER-CD4 T cell count is less than 200 (this is when AIDS is diagnosed) RBC range - ANSWER-4-6 million Platelet range - ANSWER-150,000-400,000 Hgb range - ANSWER-12-18 Hct range - ANSWER-40-50% Glucose range - ANSWER-70-11...

A client is brought to the Emergency Center after a snow-skiing accident. Which intervention is most important for the nurse to implement? - ANSWER-Review the electrocardiogram tracing What histologic finding in an affected area of the body would suggest the presence of chronic inflammation? - AN...

Which hormone is released from the posterior pituitary gland - ANSWER-Oxytocin Which assessment in female client suggests an abnormal endocrine finding Facial hair Protruding eyes Pulse of 90 beats per minute BP 120/80 mm Hg - ANSWER-Protruding eyes; Hyperthyroidism symptom. Facial hair is on...

pH - ANSWER-7.35-7.45 PCO2 - ANSWER-35-45 HCO3- (Bicarbonate) - ANSWER-22-29 PO2 - ANSWER-80-100 BUN (Blood uria nitrogen test) - ANSWER-7-20 (8-25 depending on the patho book) Glucose - ANSWER-70-110(*130*) Hemoglobin - ANSWER-female: 12-15 male: 14-16.5 Hematocrit (ratio of R...

Which pathophysiological response supports a client's vomiting experience? a. Sensory input of noxious stimuli relayed to the cognitive centers is associated with disgust and illicits vomiting. b. Response of stimulation of the posterior oropharynx results in reverse peristalsis of the gastrointe...

innate immunity - ANSWER-Immunity that is present before exposure and effective from birth. Responds to a broad range of pathogens nonspecific, skin, short lived, complement system adaptive immunity - ANSWER-the ability to recognize and remember specific antigens and mount an attack on them ...

a patient who was admitted to a postsurgical unit 2 days ago is now demonstrating progressive restlessness and is uncharacteristically irritable. this scenario is characteristic of what? - ANSWER-delirium: an acute state of confusion. abrupt in its onset. a patient presents with a wide-based gait...

The nurse is caring for a 9-month-old infant with gluten-induced enteropathy. Which common term for this disorder would the nurse use when discussing the infant's diagnosis with the parents? - ANSWER-celiac disease Which autoantigens are responsible for the development of Crohn's disease? - ANS...

Which type of immune preparation, made from donated blood, contains antibodies that provide passive immunity? Toxoid Killed vaccine Live attenuated vaccine Specific Immune Globulin - ANSWER-Specific immune globulins contain a high concentration of antibodies directed at specific antigens. Toxoid...

A nurse is caring for a client with syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion (SIADH). The nurse should monitor the client closely for a. Loss of thirst, weight gain b. Dependent edema, fever c. Polydipsia, polyuria d. Hypernatremia, tachypnea - ANSWER-a SIADH is caused by t...

Dysrhythmias - ANSWER-Tachycardia, bradycardia A-Fib V-Fib and V-Tach Atrial fibrillation - ANSWER-Atria quiver, ventricular rate is usually very high V-Fib - ANSWER-Completely erratic rhythm with no identifiable waves; *fatal* V-Tach - ANSWER-Can be lethal, depends on the rate Primary...

Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone hypersecretion (SIADH) may result from: (select all that apply) - ANSWER-- ectopic production of ADH by tumors - pulmonary disorders like asthma. - central nervous system disorders such as encephalitis. - psychiatric disease treated with antidepressa...

Which would the nurse emphasize when teaching lifelong management of type 1 diabetes to an adolescent? a. Soaking the feet in hot water each day b. Inspecting both feet frequently for signs of trauma c. Drying the feet thoroughly after a bath by rubbing with a towel d. Treating minor cuts on t...

What hormone is found in the urine when someone is pregnant - ANSWER-Human Chorionic Gonadotropin When a person vomits a lot what acid imbalance will happen? - ANSWER-Metabolic Alkalosis Renal Lithiasis - ANSWER-a disease caused by the presence of stones in the kidney or the urinary tract ...

CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE (CAD) definition - ANSWER--narrowing of coronary arteries causing a decreased lumen and decreased blood flow through those arteries -common cause: coronary atherosclerosis CAD s/s - ANSWER-chest pain, hypertension, increased pulse + respiration, pallor of skin, diminishe...

Acute - ANSWER-sudden, intense Precipitous - ANSWER-rapid, uncontrolled, steep Subcutaneous - ANSWER-under the skin Sublingual - ANSWER-under the tongue Diffuse - ANSWER-Spread over a large area; generalized. Ambivalent - ANSWER-uncertain, having contradictory feelings Adverse - AN...

which of the following is not a major role of hormones? a. growth hormone b. erythrocyte synthesis c. fluid balance and regulation d. metabolic rate regulation - ANSWER-erythrocyte synthesis the release of hormones from glands is most often controlled by: a. negative feedback mechanisms ...

How often does a Transdermal Fentanyl patch need to be changed? - ANSWER-every 72 hours What can occur with prolonged use of a Transdermal Fentanyl patch? - ANSWER-tolerance and dependency Why should a patient who is using a Transdermal Fentanyl patch avoid going out in the hot sun? - ANSWER-H...

The nurse is caring for a client with liver cirrhois, which diagnostic test would most likley be alterd because of liver damage? 1- bone scan 2- serum glucose 3- MRI of chest 4- COlonospcy - ANSWER-2 A client recovering from a kidney transplant has an 8 mm area of induration after an intrader...

A 26-year-old male client with Hodgkins disease is scheduled to undergo radiation therapy. The client expresses concern about the effect of radiation on his ability to have children. What information should the nurse provide? -The radiation therapy causes the inability to have an erection -Radiati...

Difference between acute and chronic disease - ANSWER-acute- short term, develops quickly chronic- usually milder, develops gradually, persistent, usually causes permanent tissue damage Difference between epidemic and pandemic - ANSWER-epidemic- higher than expected number of cases of an infecti...

diabetes insipidus - ANSWER-antidiuretic hormone is not secreted adequately, or the kidney is resistant to its effect What causes diabetes insipidus? - ANSWER-A reduction in the release of ADH What does an insufficiency of ADH (DI) lead to? - ANSWER-Polyuria and polydipsia Nephrogenic DI - ...

Three days after a cholecystectomy for cholelithiasis, a female client complains of persistent upper abdominal pain that radiates to the back. She has vomited __ times in the last 12 hours and has a temp of 101.8 degrees F. Serum amylase and lipase are twice the normal values. Based on these finding...