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The Basics of Bioethics Ethical Issues in Cancer Patient Care Questions
Question 1 of 5
The pound is a unit of weight based on the
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Ounce. The pound is a unit of weight commonly used in the imperial and US customary systems. It is based on the ounce, where 1 pound is equivalent to 16 ounces. The other choices are incorrect because: A: Meter is a unit of length, not weight. B: Kilogram is a metric unit of mass, not weight. D: Inch is a unit of length, not weight.
Question 2 of 5
Which number of respirations would be considered abnormal?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B (22 breaths per minute) as it falls outside the normal range of adult respiration rate, which is typically 12-20 breaths per minute. A (17 breaths per minute) is within the normal range, while C (13 breaths per minute) and D (12 breaths per minute) are below the normal range, indicating potential respiratory depression or bradypnea. Abnormal respiration rates can signify underlying health issues or respiratory distress.
Question 3 of 5
A rectal suppository is a medication given to a resident by a nurse for which of the following reasons?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: To treat constipation. Rectal suppositories are commonly used to provide direct medication to the rectum to stimulate a bowel movement in cases of constipation. The suppository dissolves and lubricates the rectum, softening the stool and making it easier to pass. It is not used to reduce fecal incontinence (A), eliminate bouts of diarrhea (B), or induce a bowel movement in general (C). These options do not align with the specific purpose of rectal suppositories in treating constipation.
Question 4 of 5
Which type of sexually-transmitted infection is caused by a protozoa (single-cell animal)?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Trichomoniasis. Trichomoniasis is caused by a protozoan parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis. This infection is transmitted through sexual contact. The other choices (A, B, C) are incorrect because HPV infection (A) is caused by a virus, genital herpes (B) is caused by the herpes simplex virus, and syphilis (C) is caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. Trichomoniasis is the only option caused by a protozoa, making it the correct answer in this context.
Question 5 of 5
The phase of heart function in which the ventricles contract is referred to as
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Systole. During systole, the ventricles of the heart contract to pump blood out into the circulation. This phase is essential for maintaining blood flow and delivering oxygen and nutrients to the body. A: Flatlining is incorrect as it refers to a complete absence of heart activity, which is a medical emergency. B: Diastole is incorrect as it is the phase when the heart muscle relaxes and fills with blood. C: Homeostasis is incorrect as it refers to the body's ability to maintain internal balance, not a specific phase of heart function.