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The nurse is caring for a patient who returned from the tropics 2 weeks ago. The patient has been diagnosed with lymphangitis and is experiencing lymphedema. You are aware that the lymphedema may be due to what?
 
  A) Obstructed lymph vessels
  B) Sensitivity to antibiotics
  C) Excessive lymph is the vascular space
  D) Improper anticoagulant use

Question 2

A client tells you during her admission assessment that she is taking several herbs and supplements. She states she read a theory about how this would help slow down the aging process. She asks you if you believe in this approach.
 
  In preparing to respond to her question, you would consider which of the following theories of aging?
  A) cross-link theory
  B) error theory
  C) free radical theory
  D) nutritional theory



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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

C



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