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The client's condition was exacerbated in the fall.

A. Improved

B. Made worse

C. Eliminated

D. Created a scar

B. Made worse

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The overt signs of the baby's illness were distressing to the parents.

A. Easily observed

B. Subtle

C. Intestinal

D. Feverish

A. Easily observed

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His paroxysmal coughing was a sign of this illness.

A. Occasional

B. Convulsive

C. Discreet

D. Soft

B. Convulsive

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The bride decided to expand the number of people invited to the wedding.

A. Decrease

B. Increase

C. Widen

D. Reduce

B. Increase

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The nurse noticed an abrupt change in the patient's level of pain.

A. Slow

B. Chronic

C. Subtle

D. Sudden

D. Sudden

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Her flushed appearance was noted by the nurse during the examination.

A. Pale

B. Excited

C. Ruddy

D. Indifferent

C. Ruddy

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The nurse was keeping careful watch on the patient's respiration.

A. Breathing

B. Skin color

C. Pulse

D. Diet

A. Breathing

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The medication was given sublingually.

A. By nasal inhaler

B. By injection

C. Under the tongue

D. Under the eye

C. Under the tongue

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The rationale for the therapy was to increase the patient's range of motion.

A. Prescription

B. Outcome

C. Goal

D. Reason

D. Reason

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The nurse is accountable for patient safety.

A. Available

B. Always aware

C. Responsible

D. Documenting

C. Responsible