Acomputed tomography scan of the chest with contrast is scheduled to be performed in a client suspected of having a pulmonary embolism. in planning the preprocedure care for this client, which nursing action is necessary?
a. encourage intake of fluids
b. shave the anticipated entry site
c. ask the client about allergies and previous reactions.
d. contact the operating room regarding the need for the procedure.

As you sit in the library with your friend studying for your weekly quiz on the integumentary system, you come upon an article about the hazards of prolonged exposure to the sun's rays. your curious nature leads you to research the subject further. you're fascinated to learn that minimal exposure to the sun allows you skin to manufacture vitamin d, which is important to maintain homeostasis. you also read that although sunscreen can protect you from the ultraviolet (uv) rays of the sun, some medications can actually increase a person's sensitivity to the sunlight.

List several ways that negative life events (death in the family, being laid off, etc) may affect your physical health.

When is it most common for humans begin to develop a sense of self worth? a. adolescence b. early childhood c. infancy d. late childhood