A middle-aged patient has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. What influences the nurse practitioner's decision to begin pharmacological treatment for this patient?
A. Intentional tremors
B. Gait instability requiring use of a cane
C. Symptoms interfering with functional ability
D. Medications initiated at first sign of unilateral involvement
C
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a. cesarean delivery and prolonged labor b. multiparity and breastfeeding c. postpartal hemorrhage and puerperal infection d. uterine involution and breast engorgement
Even though the nurse realizes that the ideal time period to plan for postoperative pain management for a pediatric client begins in the operating room, the nurse will begin the assessment process:
1. at the time the decision is made that the client needs surgery. 2. in the family's home. 3. during the admission process. 4. in the operating room after anesthesia wears off.
A drug causes muscarinic-receptor blockade. A nurse will assess the patient for:
a. dry mouth b. gynecomastia c. pseudoparkinsonism d. orthostatic hypotension
Which of the following is an example of a drug derived from a plant?
A. Cephalosporin B. Digitalis C. Estradiol D. Insulin