Surgical patients should not take aspirin prior to their surgery because
A. the gastric irritation might complicate their recovery
1 B. the likelihood of contracting Reye's syndrome is increased
C. blood clotting time is increased
D. prostaglandin secretion will be increased
C. blood clotting time is increased
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Opioid drugs are not generally used for treating:
a. cough. c. diarrhea. b. constipation. d. severe pain.
When a client is placed in restraints, he or she should be left alone to ensure privacy
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A newly admitted client has taken thioridazine (Mellaril) for 2 years, with good symptom control. Symptoms exhibited on admission included paranoia and hallucinations
The nurse should recognize which potential cause for the return of these symptoms? A. The client has developed tolerance to the antipsychotic medication. B. The client has not taken the medication with food. C. The client has not taken the medication as prescribed. D. The client has combined alcohol with the medication.
When compared to the general population, the seroprevalence of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection in the homeless is estimated to be
1. The same 2. At least double 3. 2.5 times more 4. 3 times more