Health is defined as the absence of illness related to mind,body,and spirit.

Breathing food,fluid,or other substances into the nose,throat,or lungs is known as:

A) inspiration.
B) aspiration.
C) respiration.
D) expiration.

The nurse knows to assess for signs of medication toxicity within older persons because of which physiological change?

A) Reduced blood albumin level.
B) Delayed esophageal clearance.
C) Decreased gastric peristalsis.
D) Decreased cognitive function.

The failure of the testes to descend into the scrotum is called ________.

A patient has a continuous IV infusion at 60 mL/hr.The right hand IV has infiltrated and the nurse has started a new IV on the left forearm.Which intervention should the nurse also perform?

A) Elevate the patient's left forearm.
B) Schedule daily dressing changes to the new IV site.
C) Change the administration set.
D) Place the patient in Fowler's position.

The RN is conducting a staff in-service on standard precautions.Which of the following statements is correct and should be included in the presentation?

A) Cut the needle off a syringe after using it to give a client an injection.
B) Dispose of blood-contaminated materials in a biohazard container.
C) Gloves should not be worn for client care unless body fluids are seen.
D) Wear a mask when in direct contact with all clients.