Which of these is a general preventative measure for all homeostatic disorders?

a. taking medications to promote regular sleep cycles
b. taking sodium bicarbonate powder between meals
c. monitoring and checking blood sugar levels every day
d. regularly avoiding eating foods high in fat and sugar

Lina went camping in the woods. while camping, she accidentally touched a strange plant. her hand immediately started itching, and her skin erupted in hives. after she got home, her grandmother cooked some oatmeal, wrapped it in a cloth, and put it on lina’s affected hand. lina’s grandmother followed a traditional remedy.

You are assessing an 86-year-old postoperative patient who has an unexpressive, stoic demeanor. when you enter the room, the patient is curled into the fetal position and your assessment reveals that his vital signs are elevated and he is diaphoretic. you ask the patient what his pain level is on a 0-to-10 scale that you explained to the patient prior to surgery. the patient indicates a pain level of “three or so.” you review your pain-management orders and find that all medications are ordered prn. how would you treat this patient's pain?

Tiny holes in the shell of a reptile’s egg allow the embryo to get rid of a waste gas called glucose.