A client with pancreatic carcinoma experiencing intense abdominal pain is put on pain
relieving medications as per physician's orders. What is the most appropriate timing for
the nurse to administer medications in this client?
A) Before client goes to sleep
B) When pain is unbearable
C) When requested
D) Around the clock
D
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The client has frequent drug reactions to, and side effects from, his medications. He is 72 years old and lives alone. What should he be assessed for?
a. Clarity of mind b. Suicidal wishes c. Concurrent substance use d. Using someone else's medications
The behavior of overwhelming involvement with obtaining and using a drug for other than approved medical reasons is called
a. pseudoaddiction c. tolerance b. addiction d. physical dependence
In the following situation, which test should be used? Independent variable = educational status (high school diploma vs. Bachelor's degree vs
graduate degree); dependent variable = frequency of insomnia (1= never, 2 = 1-5 times/year; 3 = 6-10 times/year; 4 = 11-25 times/year; 5 = 25-49 times/year; 6 = 50+ times/year) a. Chi-square test b. Kruskal-Wallis test c. Cochran's Q d. McNemar test
A total hysterectomy is the removal of:
a. The uterus b. The uterus and cervix c. The uterus, cervix, fallopian tubes, and ovaries d. The uterus, cervix, fallopian tubes, ovaries, upper portion of the vagina, and lymph nodes