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[Free] A nurse is caring for a newborn who has macrosomia and whose mother has diabetes mellitus. The nurse should recognize which of the following newborn complications as the priority focus of care? A. Hypoglycemia B. Hypomagnesemia C. Hyperbilirubinemia D. Hypocalcemia

[Free] The nurse is caring for a client admitted to the hospital with primary hyperparathyroidism. Which action would be included in this client's plan of care? A. Ensuring a large fluid intake B. Providing a high-calcium diet C. Instituting seizure precautions D. Encouraging complete bed rest

[Free] The nurse is teaching a postmenopausal woman with decreased ovarian production of estrogen about self-management and prevention of complications. Which action performed by the client would help reduce the complications? Select all that apply. A. Walking for 30 minutes per day B. Performing weight-bearing activities C. Dressing warmly in cool or cold weather D. Urinating immediately after sexual intercourse E. Keeping within 10 pounds of ideal body weight

[Free] What can be done to help prevent iatrogenic anemia in critically ill pediatric or elderly patients? A. Remove no more than 12 percent of a patient's blood volume to prevent a life-threatening condition. B. Monitor collection orders for duplicate requests to prevent redraws. C. Only use a winged blood collection set when drawing blood. D. Perform venipuncture only in the early morning to provide sufficient time for red blood cell restoration.

[Free] A medical assistant is preparing a patient for a procedure to have a mole excised. Which of the following actions should the assistant take? A. Open a sterile pack and lay instruments on the counter. B. Administer the anesthetic to the patient. C. Don sterile gloves and gown. D. Cleanse the site with surgical soap and an antiseptic.

[Free] Disclaimer: Acknowledge the consequences of plagiarism, commit to honest academic work, and be aware that plagiarism detection tools are in use. Any identified cases will result in disciplinary measures per the institution's guidelines. Uphold high standards of originality and ethical conduct in your contributions to the discussion forum, reflecting integrity and respect for academic standards. Step 1: Post your response to the discussion board. Describe a scenario in which a percentage would be used in a healthcare setting in regard to medical billing/collections. What would the impact be to a patient if we misrepresented or inaccurately calculated that percentage? Step 2: Return to the discussion throughout the week to read other students' posts and respond to at least two other students.

[Free] Which characteristic is crucial to adjust an automated dispensing system accurately? A. Medication surface texture B. Identifying markings on medications C. Medication strength D. Physical form of the medication

[Free] The confidential medical evaluation that occurs after a potential exposure includes all of the following EXCEPT: A. documentation of the route (or routes) of exposure B. a medical evaluation that includes testing for HIV and HBV C. identification of the "source individual," unless prohibited by state or local law, or if identification is unfeasible D. documentation of any non-work activities you participate in that could lead to an exposure

[Free] Which team role keeps track of interruptions in compressions?

[Free] Listen I have attended Medical School to diagnose and treat mental disorders by prescribing prescription drugs. I am a psychotherapist. True False