A patient asks the nurse about the best way to care for a new surgical incision. What is the most appropriate response? A) “Keep the incision dry at all times.”B) “Clean the incision with hydrogen peroxide daily.”C) “Follow your healthcare provider’s instructions for dressing changes.”D) “Avoid touching the incision area.”

When assessing for tissue integrity, which of the following findings would indicate a problem with circulation? A) Warmth and redness in the areaB) Skin turgor that is elasticC) Pale or cyanotic skinD) Intact skin with no lesions

A nurse is assessing a surgical wound that has dehiscence. What is the priority nursing action? A) Apply a clean, dry dressingB) Notify the healthcare providerC) Assess the wound for signs of infectionD) Place the patient in a supine position

A/an_________ is formed when two atoms share electrons.

Choose the best answer. The pericardial cavity:

A/an_________ is formed when one atom loses an electron and another atom accepts that electron.

Nucleotides are the building blocks for_________.

The total magnification of a specimen is calculated by multiplying the magnification of the eyepiece (ocular lens) by the magnification of the:

The_________ endoplasmic reticulum manufactures lipids and stores calcium ions, whereas the_________ endoplasmic reticulum assists with the synthesis of proteins, which are sent to the Golgi apparatus.

What organ system is responsible for the mechanical and chemical breakdown of food?