Narcotic agonists are used to control acute pain. Common side effects that patients may develop from taking these drugs include: (Select all that apply.)
1. hyperactivity.
2. constipation.
3. diarrhea.
4. dry mouth.
2, 4
Patients taking narcotic agonist analgesics may experience adverse reactions such as bradycardia, hypotension, anorexia, constipation, confusion, dry mouth, euphoria, fainting, vomiting, pruritus, skin rash, slowed breathing, and shortness of breath.
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a. "I did practice abstinence while taking the medication." b. "I took doxycycline two times a day for a week." c. "I never told my boyfriend about the infection." d. "I did drink wine when taking the medication for Chlamydia."
A nursing student is aware of the importance of critical thinking, especially in clinical situations. When applying the principles of critical thinking to a situation, the student should begin by asking,
A) "What did I do the last time I encountered a similar situation?" B) "Why do I need to act in this situation?" C) "What are the consequences of making the wrong decision in this situation?" D) "What are the facts that I know about this situation?"
Which of the following laws, signed by President Clinton in 2000, gives electronic signatures the same legal status as handwritten signatures?
1. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) 2. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) 3. Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act (MIPPA) 4. The Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act
You are preparing a 2-year-old boy for a physical exam. Which is correct?
a. He voids before the exam. b. His diaper is removed. c. He is undressed. d. His diaper is left on.