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CORALGRILL2014

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on: Jul 23, 2018
An older adult is having difficulty swallowing. What position should the nurse recommend to aid in swallowing?
 
  a. Chin parallel
  b. Chin upward
  c. Chin down
  d. Chin to the side

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The parents of a child with acute lymphoblastic leukemia ask about the best approach for maintaining remission of the disease. What would be the most effective therapy?
 
  a. Surgery to remove enlarged lymph nodes
  b. Long-term chemotherapy
  c. Nutritional supplements to enhance blood cell production
  d. Blood transfusions to replace ineffective red cells


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The upright position, leaning slightly forward with the chin down, improves swallowing with the assistance of gravity.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The treatment of choice is methotrexate, a chemotherapeutic agent, to produce remission.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Gracias!

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