The function of the gap junctions of the intercalated disc is to: O Allow neurotransmitter to diffuse from a neuron to the muscle cell at a synapse O allow the electrical signal from the SA node to spread from cell to cell throughout the heart connect cells together so that the cells do not physically separate O open and close during the cardiac muscle action potential O Create the pacemaker potential

2. How will you encourage communication with patients and their families?

5. Which of the following is an example of assertive communication? Sally has difficulty telling her staff “no” when she doesn’t want to do something. Andy yells and shouts when he wants to do something. Patricia never lets others know when she is feeling sad or angry. Dennis listens to what others say and is direct about his own feelings.

7. True or False? Censoring occurs when the event of interest (e.g., disease status) is observed on every individual, usually due to time constraints.

2. what medical emergency can occur when there is too much insulin in the body?

3. You notice a change in a coworker's behaviors. They are showing mood swings, at times slurred speech, and are not taking care of their appearance as they once did. When working with this registered nurse, you observe pain medication has been signed out and documented correctly, but patients are constantly complaining their pain medication is not working. You suspect poor patient care is being delivered. There are 10 hours left in your shift with your coworker. Which code of ethics is in violation by your colleague?

7. Correctly identify all organs depicted in the diagram below. D EFGH- K L M A B N PORST << < V W

3. You are caring for a person with Alzheimer's disease. Their primary language is Spanish but they learned to speak English as their second language. As their disease progresses, which language will they lose the ability to speak first? Spanish Both English and Spanish English Neither English nor Spanish

3. Which of the following best describes retaliation for a claim of harassment? An action taken by a harassment victim against the harasser Disciplinary action taken by a company against a supervisor who allowed harassment to occur A lawsuit filed by someone who was falsely accused of harassment An adverse action taken against an employee who has complained of harassment

5.  For the past year, Greta has experienced very little interest in sexual activity in part because she does not feel strong sensations when engaging in sexual activity and sometimes experiences vaginal pain due to insufficient lubrication. Her partner offers lubricant, novel activities, and tries to make sex exciting and arousing for Greta, but Greta isn’t all that interested. The lack of sexuality in Greta’s couple is taking a toll on the relationship and both she and her partner feel distress by this. What’s likely happening to Greta? a. female orgasmic disorder b. female sexual interest/arousal disorder c. genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder d. This is not a problem or disorder.