The later position requires a patient to lie on

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The later position requires a patient to lie on:

A. The side B. The back C. The front D. The patient should remain upright

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Lateral (A) position is on the side.

What scan may help with identifying a case of appendicitis?

A. An ultrasound B. A CT scan C. An MRI D. All of the above

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: All (D) (ultrasound, CT, MRI) can diagnose appendicitis, with CT being most common.

An EKG is necessary for assessing:

A. Heart function B. Lung function C. Bladder function D. Nerve function

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: EKG (A) evaluates heart electrical activity.

Maslow's hierarchy states that before a patient can heal, that person must have:

A. Security B. Pleasure C. Financial support D. Accompaniment

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Security (A) (safety) is foundational for healing per Maslow.

Metabolic ketoacidosis may be diagnosed when the blood pH level goes over:

A. 5.5 B. 6.85 C. 7.45 D. 9.25

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Ketoacidosis (C) lowers pH <7.35; 7.45 is normal (question likely meant ‘below’).

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