A patient was diagnosed with a venous thromboembolism (VTE) and is on enoxaparin (Lovenox). The patient asks the nurse whether the drug will dissolve the blood clot in their leg. The best response by the nurse is:

The clinic nurse is reviewing patient charts for the next day. Which patient would the nurse identify as most at risk for developing coronary artery disease? 

fluid carried by the lymphatic vessels

The “I” in the F.I.T.T. Principle is for Intermittent.

How are contractions measured?

Progressively increasing amounts of stress on the body to cause an adaptation to improve fitness is called ___.

Acute diseases develop and continue over a long period of time. They are also heavily influenced by lifestyles. 

Exercise is planned, structured, and repetitive activity.

What is the most effective way of dealing with a disease?

The “Action” stage within the Transtheoretical Model of change is when one would participate in a chosen activity to increase a dimension of wellness.