A client who is at risk for developing osteoporosis asks what can be done to decrease the risk of actually developing the disease. Which intervention would be the most beneficial for this client?

The patient’s cirrhosis of the liver has also caused a dilation of the veins of the lower esophagus secondary to portal hypertension, result in the development of the complication of?

Point “S” is _________ to point “R” (what direction)  

The nurse is reviewing the prescription for a patient admitted to the hospital with diagnosis of acute pancreatitis.  Which interventions would the nurse expect to be prescribed for the patient? Select all that apply

Point “T” is _________ to point “U” (what direction)  

The clinic nurse instructs parents of a child with sickle cell anemia about the precipitating factors related to sickle cell crisis. Which, if identified by the parents as a precipitating factor, indicated the need for further teaching?

Point “W” is _________ to point “V” (what direction)  

Which leukocyte may be elevated in animals with parasitic infections?

Blood smear from a dog. What is shown in this image?

 Which food does not fit into one of the food groups featured on MyPlate?