Antiarrhythmic medications act on the heart's ________ cells; they are used mainly to treat dysrhythmias.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
pacemaker
Antiarrhythmic medications act on the heart's pacemaker cells. These drugs are used to treat dysrhythmias.
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A) Perform breast self-examination annually. B) Have a mammogram annually. C) Have a hormonal receptor assay annually. D) Have a physician conduct a clinical examination every 2 years.
A nurse is planning care for a family whose loved one has received a diagnosis of dementia. The family must now make decisions about the loved one's care. Which is an appropriate nursing intervention?
A) Provide knowledge about the disease and the skills necessary to manage it. B) Encourage open discussion among family members about any unresolved issues or resentments they may have with the afflicted family member. C) Determine the combined financial resources of family members who will underwrite the cost of the care. D) Encourage placement of the family member with the caregiver who can best manage the client.
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