A Nurse Is Conducting a Health History and Asks the Client

question 30

Multiple Choice

A nurse is conducting a health history and asks the client about use of complementary and alternative therapies (CAT) to treat her chronic headaches. What response would require further questions?

• A) "I practice meditation."
• B) "I use relaxation to help me go to sleep."
• C) "Each week, I have a total body massage."
• D) "I take herbs to treat my headaches."

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Definitions:

Microvilli

Tiny, finger-like projections on the surface of some cells that increase their surface area for absorption.

Proximal Convoluted Tubule

The portion of the nephron in the kidney where the majority of the reabsorption of water, ions, and nutrients occurs.

Distal Convoluted Tubule

A portion of the nephron in the kidney where the final adjustments in urine composition are made, involving selective reabsorption and secretion.

Nephron Loop

A U-shaped part of the nephron in the kidney that extends from the proximal to the distal convoluted tubule, playing a crucial role in concentrating urine and conserving water.