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A nurse is assisting with a thoracentesis. In preparation, the nurse should position the patient in the
 
  1. Semi-Fowler position.
  2. Supine position.
  3. Side-lying position.
  4. Orthopneic position.

Question 2

A patient's test results indicate an A1C measurement of 6.2. A nurse identifies that the patient is at risk for
 
  1. Pancreatic disease.
  2. Jaundice.
  3. Diabetes.
  4. Impaired kidney function.



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Answer to Question 1

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ANS: 3





 

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