The preferred fixative for this stain is:  19.jpg 

An example of a stain that will demonstrate elastic is:

The tissue shown here was stained with the GMS stain.  What is the most likely explanation for the finding shown here?  53.jpg 

Microscopic evaluation of a Masson trichrome reveals that the connective tissue is staining a faded blue instead of the expected crisp bright blue color. What can be done to prevent this from happening again?

Formalin pigment is identified in a section of spleen. This pigmentation can be removed by treating the sections with:

What microtomy problem is presented by the photograph? 1(1).jpg 

 Which nursing statement best describes the current nature of mental health care in the community?

An American Indian male is admitted to the emergency department with an ulcerated toe secondary to uncontrolled diabetes mellitus. The client refuses to talk to a physician unless a shaman is present. Which nursing action is best?

 A client is newly admitted to an inpatient psychiatric unit. Which of the following is the most critical assessment when determining risk for suicide?

A client in the inpatient unit tells a student nurse, “My life has no purpose. I can’t think about living another day, but please don’t tell anyone about the way I feel. I know you are obligated to protect my confidentiality.” Which is the most appropriate reply by the student nurse?