Drugs used to control bleeding are called:

A) anticoagulants.
B) antianemic agents.
C) hemostatic agents.
D) EPOs.

An outpatient diagnosed with anorexia nervosa has begun refeeding. Between the first and second appointments, the patient gained 8 pounds. The nurse should

A) assess lung sounds and extremities.
B) suggest use of an aerobic exercise program.
C) positively reinforce the patient for the weight gain.
D) establish a higher goal for weight gain the next week.

The medical term subungual means pertaining to ________ the nail.

A) above
B) below
C) within
D) beside

Which comments by a nurse are likely to help a patient cope by addressing the mediators of the stress response? (Select all that apply.)

A) "A divorce, while stressful, can be the beginning of a new, better phase of life."
B) "You mentioned your spirituality. Are there aspects of your faith that could be helpful to you at this time?"
C) "Journaling often promotes awareness of how experiences have affected people."
D) "It seems to me you are overreacting to this change in your life."
E) "There is a support group for newly divorced persons in your neighborhood."

The coordination of resources to achieve organizational outcomes and involvement of critical thinking,problem-solving,and decision-making relates to its:

A) Structure
B) Reporting
C) Management
D) All of the above

Write the correct meaning for Dx:

A patient is to receive 1000 mL of 0.9% sodium chloride intravenously at a rate of 125 mL/hr. The nurse is using microdrip gravity drip tubing. Which rate will the nurse calculate for the minute flow rate (drops/min) ?

A) 12 drops/min
B) 24 drops/min
C) 125 drops/min
D) 150 drops/min

Many of the physical characteristics of Down syndrome present nursing problems. Care of the child should include which intervention?

A) Delay feeding solid foods until the tongue thrust has stopped.
B) Modify diet as necessary to minimize the diarrhea that often occurs.
C) Provide calories appropriate to child's age.
D) Use a cool-mist vaporizer to keep mucous membranes moist.