(3 points) What is the minimum value of subject to if A = ? Hint, find the eignevalues. Be sure to explain how you solved it.  -7  -3  0  3  7

(10 points) Find the least squares solution of Ax = b by A) constructing the normal equation for

A nurse is caring for a toddler with failure to thrive (inability to maintain or gain weight). Which intervention would be inappropriate for the nurse to perform? 

(3 points) Let A and B be n x n matrices. Which of the following statements is false? Be sure to explain how you solved it.      

(5 points) Compute the determinant of the following by cofactor explanation along the second column.  

The nurse is caring for a client who has developed Cushing’s disease. Which situation supports the development of this diagnosis?

Which client would have the following treatment goals: Fluid replacement, vasopressin replacement, and correction of underlying intracranial pathology?  

After administering the first 15 g of carbohydrates to a hypoglycemic client, the nurse waits 15 minutes, reassesses the blood glucose and identifies a result of 92 mg/dL. According to the 15/15 guidelines, what is the nurse’s next action?  

The nurse is preparing to teach a client with cancer about chemotherapy. Which teaching is most appropriate? 

Testing Area: Sit at a clean desk or table. Lighting in the room must be bright enough to be considered “daylight” Overhead lighting is preferred; however, if overhead is not possible, the source of light should not be behind the student. Your face, hands and work area must be visible on your webcam. (This is while you are testing.) Ensure your desk or table is cleared of materials not allowed during test. When prompted to do a room scan, be sure to include your work area. Make sure to do a complete 360-degree rotation of your room, then show your work Partial scans and/or failure to show your work space will result in an invalid assessment. You will earn a zero. Make sure your laptop is fully charged, or keep the charger within arm’s reach. Testing directions: Use Chrome (with Chrome extension) to take this exam. Only pencils/pens, calculator, and blank paper can be in the testing area. There are no calculator restrictions. You will also have access to StatCrunch. You must know your Pearson login information. If you are using a secondary device, you will receive a zero. Once completed, submit your exam BEFORE you log off with Honorlock. Good luck!