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The most commonly used reference range is generally given as the mean of the reference population ±2 standard deviations. The term 'normal distribution' refers to which of the following?
- A. gaussian distribution
- B. exponential distribution
- C. skewed distribution
- D. uniform distribution
Correct Answer: A
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- A. A blood urea nitrogen level of 10 mg/dL.
- B. A hemoglobin of 8.6 g/dL.
- C. A platelet count of 18 x 10^3/µL.
- D. A serum glucose of 110 mg/dL.
Correct Answer: C
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Small round blue cell tumors refer to all the following EXCEPT
- A. non-Hodgkin lymphoma
- B. osteosarcoma
- C. Ewing sarcoma
- D. rhabdomyosarcoma
Correct Answer: B
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Coadministration of botulinum toxin (BTX) and one of the following drugs should be performed with caution as the effect of the toxin may be potentiated
- A. aminoglycosides
- B. cephalosporines
- C. penicillins
- D. macrolids
Correct Answer: A
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A client has a new diagnosis of celiac disease. Which of the following clinical manifestations should the nurse expect?
- A. Steatorrhea
- B. Projectile vomiting
- C. Sunken abdomen
- D. Weight gain
Correct Answer: A
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When preparing an adolescent for a lumbar puncture, which of the following actions should the nurse take?
- A. Place a cardiac monitor on the adolescent prior to the procedure
- B. Apply topical analgesic cream to the site one hour prior to the procedure
- C. Keep the adolescent in a semi-Fowler's position for 4 hours following the procedure
- D. Restrict fluids for 2 hours following the procedure
Correct Answer: B
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