An advantage of good cardiovascular fitness is
a. a large cardiovascular output
b. less rest between heart beats
c. a faster heart rate
d. a smaller stroke volume

Describe an individual healthy weight-management plan. the plan should include specific details about goals, diet, exercise, and evaluative monitoring.

You are assessing an 86-year-old postoperative patient who has an unexpressive, stoic demeanor. when you enter the room, the patient is curled into the fetal position and your assessment reveals that his vital signs are elevated and he is diaphoretic. you ask the patient what his pain level is on a 0-to-10 scale that you explained to the patient prior to surgery. the patient indicates a pain level of “three or so.” you review your pain-management orders and find that all medications are ordered prn. how would you treat this patient's pain?

Which is not a physical sign of stress? a )pupils dilate b) breathing becomes faster and deeper c) kidneys and liver constrict d) spending money