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A nurse receives an order for blood, urine, stool and nasal cultures on a client with a high fever. Which prefix describes this order?

Macro

Oligo

Mono

Pan

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Choice A rationale: "Macro" refers to large or long.

Choice B rationale: "Oligo" refers to few or deficient.

Choice C rationale: "Mono" refers to one or single.

Choice D rationale: "Pan" refers to all or every part, indicating a comprehensive set of cultures.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A rationale: Reading previous documentation provides historical information but may not reflect the current level of dyspnea.

Choice B rationale: Observing the client at rest and during activity is the best way to assess the current level of dyspnea.

Choice C rationale: Asking if shortness of breath is being experienced provides subjective information but may not be as reliable as direct observation.

Choice D rationale: Auscultating lung sounds is important for assessing respiratory function but may not provide a comprehensive picture of dyspnea.

A. carbohydrates. B. vitamin C. C. calcium. D. vitamin E.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A rationale: Carbohydrates are important for energy but do not specifically promote wound healing.

Choice B rationale: Vitamin C is crucial for collagen synthesis and wound healing, so an increased intake is beneficial.

Choice C rationale: Calcium is important for bone health but does not have a direct role in promoting wound healing.

Choice D rationale: Vitamin E has antioxidant properties but is not the primary nutrient emphasized for wound healing.

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A nurse receives an order for blood, urine, stool and nasal cultures on a client with a high fever. Which prefix describes this order?

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