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The elderly client is admitted to the hospital for treatment of dehydration and malnutrition. The client’s clothing is dirty, hygiene is poor, and skin is bruised. An IV is started and a tray of food provided.  What should be the FIRST action for the nurse to perform next?  

The Cambrian Explosion refers to the rapid evolution of major animal body plans. Does this mean that animals stopped evolving after this time?

If intestinal villi become more broad and flatten, as is observed in celiac disease, what are major concerns related to digestive system functions in the intestines?

 Meconium aspiration syndrome may be prevented by: 

List the 3 phases regulating gastric secretion, and indicate which one is inhibitory. What is the functional significance of this phase being inhibitory?

Accounting Information Systems is an ever-evolving field. Reflecting back on the course, pick one concept or idea that you learned about that will continue to have relevance as the world becomes more and more digital. Argue why this idea has future relevance incorporating at least three points from class in your response.

Which of the following MOST significantly determines peripheral resistance?

Which of these would depress the heart?

What is a hiatal hernia?  Why might this condition cause GERD?

Which is the following is another term for a blood pressure cuff?