The Nurse Is Reviewing the Instructions Given to a Patient

question 14

Multiple Choice

The nurse is reviewing the instructions given to a patient at 24 weeks' gestation for a glucose tolerance test (GCT) . The nurse determines that the patient understands the teaching when she makes which statement?

• A) "I have to fast the night before the test."
• B) "I will drink a sugary solution containing 100 grams of glucose."
• C) "I will have blood drawn at 1 hour after I drink the glucose solution."
• D) "I should keep track of my baby's movements between now and the test."

Understand the concept of commensalism and its ecological significance.

Recognize different types of species interactions, such as exploitative and interference competition.

Explain factors contributing to species richness and island biogeography.

Identify examples and significance of warning coloration and mimicry in animals.

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Definitions:

Postsynaptic Neurons

Neurons that receive signals (across a synapse) from neurons, muscles, or gland cells.

Repeated Stimulation

Continuous or recurrent exposure to a particular stimulus, leading to a distinctive response.

Neural Plasticity

The brain's ability to change and adapt as a result of experience, learning, or injury, highlighting the flexibility of neural connections.

Spatial Memory

The type of memory responsible for the recording of information about one's environment and spatial orientation.