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gonzo233

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In assessing the newborn for sepsis, one sign the nurse looks for is
 
  a. a rise in blood pres-sure c. irregular respirations
  b. an irregular pulse d. unstable temperature

Question 2

While taking a diet history, the nurse might be told that the expectant mother has crav-ings for ice chips, cornstarch, and baking soda. This represents a nutritional problem known as:
 
  a. Preeclampsia.
  b. Pyrosis.
  c. Pica.
  d. Purging.


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hanadaa

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D
Unstable temperature is a cardinal manifestation of sepsis. A rise in blood pressure, irregular pulse, and irregular respirations are not indicative of sepsis.

Answer to Question 2

C

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A Preeclampsia is a complication of pregnancy.
B Pyrosis is more commonly known as heartburn.
C The consumption of foods low in nutritional value or of nonfood substances (e.g., dirt, laundry starch) is called pica.
D Purging consists of self-induced vomiting.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jun 27, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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