A client with a traumatic injury is administered a prescribed narcotic analgesic for pain relief. For which of the following signs and symptoms should the nurse closely monitor?

A) Allergic reactions C) Respiratory depression
B) Hypotension D) Joint inflammation


C

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During the evaluation of the effectiveness of the nurse's discharge teaching, which client report would indicate to the nurse that the client understands the leading cause of disability and decrement in health? The client reports a need to

incorporate strategies to prevent: 1. Obesity. 2. Anxiety. 3. Depression. 4. Cancer.

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Which value represents the Mo of these values? 23 28 30 30 51 51 63 63 63 70 Standard Text: Record your answer rounding to the nearest whole number

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of these questions is essential to include during the nursing assessment of a client who has digestive system symptoms?

a. whether the client was breast-fed or bottle-fed as an infant b. whether the client consumes coffee or tea with meals c. client's knowledge of the food pyramid d. client's medication history, including over-the-counter drugs

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Which of the following is not one of the most common personality disorders encountered by peace officers?

a. Dissociative identity disorder b. Paranoia c. Antisocial behavior d. Bipolar disorder

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