A&P
The inner surface of the small intestine has millions of tiny fingerlike projections called
Villi
“Italy has a million villas”-eraj alexander
Systemic circulation is when blood is pumped from the left ventricle to the body and goes back into the heart to the
Right atrium
A nurse is about to give a client a bed bath. What is the best way to ensure privacy?
Close the curtain
When lifting or moving a client in bed, you must protect your back by...
Bending knees and hips
Which event occurs in response to an increase in thoracic volume?
Air goes through respiratory passages
Which portion of the brain controls the basic vital functions of life?
Medulla
What factors stimulate bones to grow wider and thicker in adults?
Weight bearing exercises
Nurse is preparing to auscultate the apical pulse. Where is it located?
Left midclavicular line, 5th intercostal space
Which phase of the nursing process requires the nurse to establish interventions of care for the patient?
Planning
In a race, Jeremy felt a sharp pain in back side of his right thigh. He slowed down & hobbled to a stop. What did he pull?
Hamstring
Which enzymes are produced by the pancreas?
Lipase
Amylase
trypsin
Because the small intestine only needs bile a few times a day, bile is stored in
gallbladder
A client with an open wound has an order to irrigate with dressing change. Which of the following principles will the nurse follow?
Clean from least contaminated to most contaminated
Cleanse around wound area with antiseptic swabs
Keep the syringe at least 1 inch above the wound
When contributing to a clients care plan, the cues that the nurse chooses for a nursing diagnosis problem are...
Based on data from patient assessment
Which of the following is the major regulator of respiratory activity?
PC02
Which hormone is the mineralocorticoid that acts in the kidneys that regulate sodium and K levels
Aldosterone
Structure of nephron responsible for reabsorption of water and solubles is called
Proximal convoluted tubule
The nurse performing passive range of motion will move each part until...
Resistance
A nurse is caring for client who had abdominal surgery 15 hours ago. Objective signs of pain?
Increased pulse rate
Increase BP
Diaphoresis
A nurse is contributing care to a patient with dementia. What should they do for their plan of care?
Provide a consistent daily routine
What is the function of the thymus gland?
What are the effects of the release of epinephrine and norepinephrine?
(hormones behind "fight or flight" response)
Vasoconstriction
Release glucose reserves
Heart rate increase
A BP reading of 124/84 shows that a patient is at risk for
Prehypertension
When following standard precautions, what will the nurse do to get rid of sheets with feces?
Don gloves
Improved hygiene
Accurate record keeping
Better diet and foods
Introduction of new medical equipement