Which of the following methods of medication administration is described as readily available, painless, and noninvasive but has limited value in an emergent situation with slow or erratic absorption?
a. Oral
b. Rectal
c. Sublingual
d. Topical
Ans: a. Oral
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A nurse is teaching a client about her health plan when taking phenytoin (Dilantin). Which instruction would not be included in the teaching plan?
a. "Avoid use of oral contraceptives." b. "Assess output daily." c. "Drink alcoholic beverages sparingly." d. "Obtain a Medic Alert bracelet."
A client with a history of migraine headache has decided to augment drug therapy with lifestyle changes to prevent migraine attacks. Which information should the nurse include in teaching for this client?
Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. "You should consider wearing sunglasses when in bright light." 2. "In some people, pickles will trigger migraines." 3. "Some people find it is helpful to drink hot coffee, tea, or chocolate when they first experience a migraine aura." 4. "Try drinking a glass of wine before bed each evening." 5. "Try to modify the way you deal with the stress in your life."
What were some of the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990? Select all that apply
A. The Act's intention was to integrate the disabled within the community. B. All employers must hire the handicapped if they are qualified. C. Facilities that serve food must send workers home with full pay if they become infected with a disease that can be transmitted through contact with food. D. It extends civil rights' protection to people with handicaps and chronic illnesses. E. Public transportation systems must accommodate people in wheelchairs. F. Telephone companies must provide special services for those with speech or hearing impairments.
Which statement is true regarding the difference between subdural hematoma and epidural hematoma?
a. No difference exists, and these terms may be correctly used interchangeably. b. A subdural hematoma occurs above the dura, an epidural hematoma occurs under the dura. c. A subdural hematoma is often the result of shaken baby syndrome, whereas an epidural hematoma rapidly forms as a result of a skull fracture. d. A subdural hematoma usually forms from bleeding within the skull, an epidural hematoma occurs from trauma outside the skull