A Construction Worker Is Treated in the Emergency Department in the Summer

question 11

Multiple Choice

A construction worker is treated in the emergency department in the summer with heat cramps accompanied by nausea,weakness,and profuse diaphoresis.The nurse determines that discharge teaching regarding the prevention of another episode of heat cramps has been effective when the patient gives which of the following responses?

• A) "I will take salt tablets when I work outdoors in the summer."
• B) "I should double my water intake when the weather gets hot."
• C) "I should drink commercially prepared electrolyte solutions when the weather is warm."
• D) "If I notice swelling of my hands and feet,I should get into a cool environment for a while."

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Definitions:

Contestable Market

A market where entry and exit are costless enough that companies face potential competition, leading to competitive pricing and behavior as if the market were competitive, even if it’s dominated by a few firms.

Market Entry

The strategy or process by which a company enters a new market.

Market Exit

The process of a company stopping its business operations or leaving a market, often due to unprofitability or strategic realignment.

Concentrated Industry

An industry characterized by a few firms controlling a large market share, leading to reduced competition.