Which definition describes cardiac output of the heart?

Some patients have to take prednisone (synthetic version of cortisol) to treat their condition or disease. These patients will be more at risk of  [first]  while taking their prescription prednisone, Also, based on the actions of cortisol, it is reported that prednisone [second] bone repair, remodeling, and formation. Topical hydrocortisone (a chemical form of cortisol) cream is often used by patients since cortisol is able to [third].   A recent study examined German army soldiers that were deployed to a war zone and then they examined cortisol levels and also evaluated PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) related symptoms in the soldiers. HIGHER risk of PTSD and related symptoms was associated with [fourth]. Finally, studies of breast fed human infants and increased grooming of rodent pups has shown that increased maternal care is associated with [fifth].  

Match the descriptions with the correct category of signaling molecule:

A nurse is caring for four hospitalized clients.  The nurse identified which of the following clients as being at risk of fluid volume deficit?

The nurse is caring for a client with multiple organ failure and in metabolic acidosis.  Which organs are responsible for regulatory processes and compensation? 

The nurse is assessing a client with a pressure ulcer.  Which indicates the client has a stage II pressure ulcer?

The nurse is administering an intravenous opioid medication to a client.  Which interventions should the nurse implement for client safety (Select all that apply)? 

A nurse is planning care for an older adult client who is at risk for developing pressure ulcers.  Which of the following interventions should the nurse use to help maintain the integrity of the client’s skin? 

The nurse is performing a home visit to an elderly client recovering from hip surgery.  The woman seems confused an has dry mucous membranes.  When asked about her fluid intake, that patient states, “I stop drinking water early in the day because it is just too difficult to get up during the night to go to the bathroom.” What would be the nurse’s best response?

A client is being discharged and is at risk for developing metabolic alkalosis.  Which statement by the client indicates to the nurse that teaching has been effective?