The nurse caring for a client in the compensation stage of shock knows that one of the body’s mechanisms of compensation in this stage of shock is activation of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system. What does this system do?

The nurse is performing a musculoskeletal assessment of an elderly client.  When reviewing client data, which of the following would the nurse expect as a normal musculoskeletal change associated with age?

Which of the following is the primary purpose for using beta-adrenergic blockers in the management of angina associated with coronary artery disease (CAD)?

Which of the following is the primary purpose for using beta-adrenergic blockers in the management of angina associated with coronary artery disease (CAD)?

A client with a fracture develops compartment syndrome that requires surgical intervention.  The nurse would most likely prepare the client for which of the following procedures?

A client with a fracture develops compartment syndrome that requires surgical intervention.  The nurse would most likely prepare the client for which of the following procedures?

A long bone is covered externally with a sheath called the __________, whereas the marrow cavity is lined with the __________. 

55. The hip joint is an example of a __________ joint.  

55. The hip joint is an example of a __________ joint.  

37. Which tissue looks like it has many layers but when reviewed closely only has one layer of epithelium?