The process of breathing in is called , and the process of breathing out is called .

In 1-2 sentences, answer the following: What are alveoli and why are they significant?

What is the term for the absence of a regular rhythm, meaning that the heart rate is either too fast, too slow or just irregular? 

What term means surgical removal of the spleen?

A mother baby nurse is caring for a patient 6 hours postpartum. She responds to the patient’s complaints of increased bleeding to find the peri-pad completely saturated with large clots. The nurse assesses the patient’s fundus, finding it boggy and initiates uterine massage. After calling for help, the nurse should initiate which of the following actions for this client? Select all that apply.

The cranial nerve chart below is partially completed.   In the answer space below write the letter of the blank cell and then the answer – either the nerve name, function (you can use S, M, B) or function.

During change-of-shift report, the nurse learns that a patient with a head injury has decorticate posturing to noxious stimulation. Which positioning shown in the accompanying figure will the nurse expect to observe?  

Who is your favorite superhero (include DC, Marvel, etc.) and why? Just one sentence and hope you’re hanging in there!! 🙂 

Describe how the outdoor coil is warmed to melt frost.

To prevent snow from blocking side airways, install ____.