A Child Who Is Small-For-Age Is to Receive Supplemental Injections

question 129

Multiple Choice

A child who is small-for-age is to receive supplemental injections of growth hormone. The mother of the client asks, "Why does my child have to take these shots? I read in the paper that hormones are dangerous." Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

• A) "There are some hormones that are dangerous, but given under medical supervision the medication may be beneficial."
• B) "Are you worried that your child will get hooked on drugs?"
• C) "Your child's pituitary gland is not making enough growth hormone. This hormone makes bones and muscles grow to normal size. The shots are safe."
• D) "Your child's parathyroid glands are not making enough of a hormone called GH. The injection is very safe."

Calculate break-even points and understand their significance in business decision-making.

Apply knowledge of cost behavior to evaluate changes in cost structures and their impact on a company’s financial health.

Distinguish between costs that change on a per-unit basis and those that change in total with activity level.

Recognize how changes in cost components can affect company profitability.

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