In Which Patient Will the Nurse Expect to See a Positive

question 23

Multiple Choice

In which patient will the nurse expect to see a positive Chvostek sign?

• A) A 7-year-old child admitted for severe burns
• B) A 24-year-old adult admitted for chronic alcohol abuse
• C) A 50-year-old patient admitted for an acute exacerbation of hyperparathyroidism
• D) A 75-year-old patient admitted for a broken hip related to osteoporosis

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Definitions:

Depreciation Expense

Distributing the expense of a physical asset throughout its serviceable duration.

Residual Value

The estimated amount that an asset is expected to realize upon the end of its useful life, after deducting the cost of disposal.

Double-Declining-Balance

A method of accelerated depreciation which doubles the normal depreciation rate.

Depreciation Expense

It refers to the allocation of the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life.