A patient has been abusing barbiturates long term. When the patient begins a detoxification program, the nurse should be aware that:
a. abstinence syndrome is more dangerous than that occurring with opioid use.
b. these are now schedule I drugs.
c. these are currently the most popular street drugs.
d. craving for heroin will eventually develop.
a
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A) It contains multiple organs that work together. B) It is lined with epithelial tissue. C) It is the only system open to the external environment. D) The GI tract is sterile and contains no bacteria.
Which question asked during an interview is acceptable?
A) Are you married? B) Have you ever been arrested? C) What is your religious preference? D) What professional organizations do you belong to?
A client is prescribed esomeprazole and metoclopramide for GERD. The client approaches the nurse saying, "I understand why he prescribed Nexium, but why the laxative?" The nurse's best response is:
a. "Your doctor knows you better than I do." b. "Did you ask your doctor why the laxative was described?" c. "These two drug are an effective treatment for GERD." d. "Metoclopramide is a gastric stimulant, not a laxative."
An urban hospital decided to sponsor a school-based clinic in a nearby ghetto area as part of the services of the hospital. The service is viewed as:
a. Departmentalization by specialty b. Departmentalization by function c. Departmentalization by territories d. Departmentalization by client