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amal

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A nurse is assessing a client who has come in with complaints of a burning sensation in
  the chest. Assessment reveals heartburn. Which may have led to the development of
  heartburn?
 
  A) Inadequate closure of lower esophageal sphincter
  B) Improper relaxation of the internal anal sphincter
  C) Impaired closure of the ileocecal valve
  D) Partial relaxation of the pyloric sphincter

Question 2

The high school nurse is teaching a class of adolescents the characteristics of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Which of the following are considerations related to STIs? Select all that apply.
 
  A) They decrease the chance of infection with HIV.
  B) They have many, distinct symptoms.
  C) They cause infections that lead to PID.
  D) They can cause infertility.
  E) They are most common in sexually active older adults.
  F) They cause significant side effects and/or death in newborns.



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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

C, D, F
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STIs cause infections that lead to PID and/or infertility and cause significant side effects and/or death in newborns. STIs increase chances of infection with HIV and have few, inconsistent, confusing, or no symptoms. They can occur at any age, but are most common in sexually active young adults.



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