Acetaminophen would NOT be recommended for
A. headache relief
B. fever reduction
C. a reduction in arthritic inflammation
D. all of the above
Answer: C. a reduction in arthritic inflammation
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1. Fasciculations. 2. Chorea. 3. Rhythmic shaking. 4. Athetoid movements.
A client interested in acupuncture asks a nurse, "Just exactly what does it do?" What would the nurse explain?
A) "Acupuncture is based on a philosophy of laying on of hands." B) "I don't think it does anything, so I don't know anything about it." C) "It uses a manual process of adjusting the spine." D) "It changes the flow of energy and helps healing."
Janet Rogers works in a shelter for homeless persons in a large city. One Thursday, Janet cared for Derrick, a 3-year-old who is currently living in a car with his parents and older brother. Because of her experience,
Janet knows that Derrick should be thoroughly assessed because homeless children are at risk for: 1. Childhood cancers, substance abuse, delays in motor skills, and malnutrition. 2. Incomplete immunization, respiratory disorders, anemia, and developmental delays. 3. Physical and sexual abuse, gastrointestinal abnormalities, and lead poisoning. 4. Tuberculosis, AIDS, hepatitis B, and mental illnesses.
A patient is diagnosed with a disease that affects fibrous tissue. In which musculoskeletal area should the nurse expect the patient to experience health problems? Select all that apply.
A. Distal tibia and fibula B. Teeth C. Skull bones D. Shoulders E. Hips