What is a normal respiratory rate?
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12-20 breaths per minute
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How can you be a critical thinker?
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~Maintains an open mind |\ |\ |\
~Recognizes own biases and limitations |\ |\ |\ |\
~Persistent in seeking solutions |\ |\ |\
~Separates relevant information from irrelevant|\ |\ |\ |\
~Recognizes inconsistences in data gathered |\ |\ |\ |\
~Identifies missing information |\ |\
~Considers all possibilities |\ |\
~Assumes an empathetic attitude |\ |\ |\
~Organized systematic approach |\ |\
~Verifies accuracy and reliability of data
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~Flexible, realistic, creative, humble, honest, curious, and
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insightful
What is the function of the skin?
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~Acts as a protective covering over the entire surface of the
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body.
, ~Keratin in the skin makes it waterproof |\ |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
~Provides a barrier to bacteria and other invading organisms.
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~Protects underlying tissues from thermal, chemical, and
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mechanical injury. |\
~Helps regulate body temperature.
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~Converts ultraviolet rays to vitamin D |\ |\ |\ |\ |\
~Nerve receptors transmit feelings of heat, cold, pain, touch, and
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pressure.
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~Hair follicles produce hair.
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~Sebaceous glands secrete sebum |\ |\ |\
~Sweat glands act to excrete water to cool
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~Hair color is produced by melanocytes
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~Hair assists the body to retain heat.
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~Nails cover the distal ends of the fingers and toes
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What is cellulitis?
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An acute, spreading infection of dermal and subcutaneous tissues
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How do you apply topical medications?
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Always apply topical medications sparingly and in a thin film that
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extends beyond the affected area by 1/4 inch.
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