What type of disease process may lead to surgery to create a sigmoid colostomy?

A 60-year-old woman is found to have osteoporosis. Her last menstrual period was 10 years ago. She has a history of deep venous thrombosis. The physician wishes to initiate treatment with a medication that will improve the patient’s bone density without increasing her risk for thrombosis or hot flashes. A drug from which of the following classes is most appropriate for this patient? a) Bisphosphonates b) Gonadotropins c) Ovarian sex hormones d) Selective estrogen receptor modulators e) Vitamin D analogs

WHAT ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING WILL A PATIENT WITH BROWN SEQUARD SYNDROME (LESION AT C7 RIGHT SIDE) HAVE DIFFICULTY DOING, PRODUCE AN EXPLANATION.

A nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving intravenous (IV) therapy. Which action is essential for preventing infection? a) Changing the IV tubing every 24 hours b) Using sterile technique during IV insertion c) Monitoring the IV site for signs of infection d) Administering IV medications as prescribed