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A pt says she has read that free radicals might be partly responsible
for the devo of her dz process. She wants to know more info and if
there is anything that can counteract free radicals. The nurse's
explanation will be based on understanding that all of the following
statements are true EXCEPT
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free radical molecules initiate
harmful reactions such as lipid
, peroxidation, which damages the the body's way to counteract free
lipids of cell membranes. radicals include enzymes such as
superoxide dismutase.
an example of a free radical is free radicals are molecules that are
cytochrome oxide. in a highly reactive state and can
be calmed by taking certain
vitamins.
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Expected signs and symptoms for a pt with a serum osmolality of
300 would include ______
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signs of cerebral cell signs of cerebral cell swelling such
dehydration such as confusion. as lethargy.
signs of cerebral cell signs of cerebral cell stability such
regeneration such as enhanced as alertness.
cognition.
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Which serum osmolar state will NOT cause edema?
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Hypertonicity of the plasma Hypertonicity of the interstitial
space space
Isotonicity of the plasma space Hypotonicity of the plasma space
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A child is brought to her HCP. Her parents state that no matter how
much she eats, she keeps losing weight. She appears quite thin.
Her blood sugar is markedly elevated. She is diagnosed with type I
diabetes mellitus (DM 1). If ABGs were done on this pt, you would
expect all the following EXCEPT:
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a HCO3 of 30 b/c the low Heavy cigarette smoking was a
numbers of acids in her risk factor in the pt developing
body stimulate an increase in emphysema and lung cancer.
HCO3.