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Which catheter type is likely to cause venospasms if removed forcefully? Select all that apply. One, some or all responses may be correct. Midline Tunneled Short peripheral Peripherally inserted central Nontunneled percutaneous central

Which is the cause of atrophy in the cerebrum of a brain with progressive reduction in the size of the neuron? Exposure to persistent inflammation Reduced stimulation or injury Increased workload demands Increased hormonal stimulation

Bronchi are lined with glandular cells that produce secretions to catch inhaled particles. When bronchi are exposed to cigarette smoke or other airborne toxins, the glandular cells are replaced by squamous cells to handle the stress. Which type of collular alteration is this? Dysplasia Alrophy Hyperplasia Metaplasia

The client is being evaluated for a muscular neurodegenerative disorder. The nurse notes on assessment that the musculature on the left leg is smaller than the musculature on the right leg. How would the nurse document this finding? Hypertrophy Dystrophy Dysplasia Atrophy

A drug is taken that blocks the sodium-potassium pump. Which of the following events is likely to occur? Decreased cellular swelling Increased intracellular potassium Increased intracellular sodium. Decreased extracellular potassium

Which situation is a cause of phlebitis? Select all that apply. One some, or all responses may be correct. Traumatic vein puncture Obstruction of blood flow Improper antiseptic technique Improper catheter securement device High osmolarity of the medication infused

9. If there is a question about sterility with a parametric release cycle: All items need to be sterility tested The load needs to be completely reprocessed The quality control team must determine whether the load can be released All of the above

3. The two main objectives of healthcare steam sterilizer monitoring are: Quick cycle times and controlled exhaust Safety and quick cycle times Safety and proof that sterilization assurance levels (SAL) were reached Safety and the correct parameter information during the cycle

Careers to Know: Define each of the listed careers below and give an example of what a person would do in this career. Criminalist - Forensic Odontologist - Forensic Pathologist - Document Examiner - Toxicologist - Serologist -

Which intervention would the nurse perform first for a patient with intestinal obstruction who reports a sudden increase in abdominal pain? Calling the health care provider Inspecting the patient's abdomen Administering a dose of pain medication Trying nonpharmacologic pain relief techniques