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RYAN BANYAN

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A 65-year-old client is diagnosed with congestive heart failure with edema as a result of
  fluid retention. Which may cause retention of fluid in the body?
 
  A) Elevated protein levels
  B) Increased venous pressure
  C) Elevated osmotic pressure
  D) Increased excretion of sodium

Question 2

The nurse caring for newborns on an obstetrical ward assesses a SGA newborn. What characteristics are typical for this classification of newborn? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Poor skin turgor
  B) Tight and moist skin
  C) Sparse or absent hair
  D) Narrow skull sutures
  E) Diminished muscle tissue
  F) Increased fatty tissue


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Reply #1 on: Jul 17, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

A, C, E
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Characteristics of the SGA newborn include poor skin turgor, loose and dry skin, sparse or absent hair, wide skull sutures caused by inadequate bone growth, and diminished muscle and fatty tissue. Weight, length, and head circumference are below normal expectations as defined on growth charts.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 17, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jul 17, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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