The nurse understands that the generic name for a drug is:
1. always capitalized when written.
2. the same in any country.
3. assigned by a specific manufacturer.
4. similar to the chemical name.
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The generic name is the common drug name used. This name is the same in all countries.
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a. Convection b. Radiation c. Conduction d. Evaporation
The nurse is caring for a patient who underwent pituitary surgery 12 hours ago. The nurse will give priority to monitoring the patient carefully for which of the following?
a. Congestive heart failure b. Hypovolemic shock c. Infection d. Volume overload
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What will be an ideal response?
To assess, evaluate, and support a patient's spirituality the best action a nurse should take includes:
A. referring the patient to the health care facility chaplain. B. assisting the patient with using faith to get well. C. providing the patient with a variety of religious literature. D. determining the patient's perceptions and belief system.