A patient states that PMS that is significantly disrupting her quality of life and that conservative management has failed to produce relief. What pharmacologic treatment may benefit this patient?
A) An opioid analgesic
B) A calcium channel blocker
C) A monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI)
D) A selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)
Ans: D
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Pharmacologic remedies for PMS include selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. MAOIs are not used for this purpose. Calcium channel blockers and opioids would not lead to symptom relief.
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When expected nutritional outcomes are not being met, the nurse should
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A variety of rates can be calculated according to need, including incidence, prevalence, adjusted, and specific rates. What is an adjusted rate?
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