Because of the threat of lowering the seizure threshold, the home health nurse would suggest that the 85-year-old patient limit the use of which pain medication?
a. Ibuprofen (Motrin)
b. Naproxen (Aleve)
c. Tramadol (Ultram)
d. Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
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A nursing instructor is preparing a teaching plan for a group of nursing students about pharmacology. When describing this topic, the instructor would focus the discussion on which of the following as an essential aspect?
A) Drug name B) Drug class C) Drug action D) Drug source
The newly licensed nurse feels overwhelmed by the demands of working on a busy acute care unit and maintaining a growing family. What strategy should this nurse employ to lessen this stress?
A) Spend the lunch hour completing documentation while eating a sandwich. B) Differentiate between "have to do" and "nice to do" at work. C) Focus on work instead of on family until more familiar with the environment. D) Set the alarm earlier in order to get to work early.
Which dinner menu is best suited for a patient with acute mania?
a. Spaghetti and meatballs, salad, and a banana b. Beef and vegetable stew, a roll, and chocolate pudding c. Broiled chicken breast on a roll, an ear of corn, and an apple d. Chicken casserole, green beans, and flavored gelatin with whipped cream
Which drug would be indicated for a schizophrenic who needs management of both positive and negative symptoms?
1. Thioridazine HCL (Mellaril) 2. Haloperidol (Haldol) 3. Clozapine (Clozaril) 4. Chlorpromazine (Thorazine)