Answer to Question 1
A
Wide, M-shaped P waves are seen in left atrial hypertrophy and are called P mitrale because left atrial hypertrophy is often caused by mitral stenosis.
Answer to Question 2
D
Acid ketones dissociate and yield hydrogen ions (H+) that accumulate and precipitate a fall in serum pH. The level of serum bicarbonate also decreases consistent with a diagnosis of metabolic acidosis. Breathing becomes deep and rapid (Kussmaul respirations) to release carbonic acid in the form of carbon dioxide. Acetone is exhaled, giving the breath its characteristic fruity odor.
The tone of the nurse-patient introduction sets the stage for the patient interview and patient care
Patient teaching: lung assessment
A medical assistant listening to the patient and physician discuss the patient's care.
Patient Teaching Methods Cont.
Bacteria may be named for their morphology (shape): cocci (spherical), bacilli (rod shaped), or ...
CT scan of the head shows a massive bleed with a midline shift.