Which of the following drugs promotes bronchodilation and vasoconstriction?
a. Solu-Medrol
b. Gentamicin
c. Atropine
d. Epinephrine
D
Epinephrine is given in anaphylactic shock to promote bronchodilation and vasoconstriction and inhibit further release of biochemical mediators.
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What is one of the most important differences between case management and disease management?
A) Disease management referrals begin in the hospital inpatient setting. B) Disease management is a collaborative process to meet patient needs. C) High-cost population groups are targeted in disease management. D) Disease management treatment is episodic.
A patient who weighs 40 kg is to receive Fortaz (ceftazidime) 50 mg/kg IVPB q.8h. The recommended dose range is from 250 mg to 2 g every 8—12 hours. Is this dose within the safe range? ______
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
The prenatal nurse is teaching a group of women about preconception health measures. Topics the nurse includes are: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Smoking. 2. Caffeine. 3. Limiting folic acid. 4. Increasing dietary fat. 5. Use of prescription drugs.
Which of the following is a neurotransmitter released by sympathetic nerves that travels to the sinoatrial (SA) node of the heart to increase heart rate?
A. Norepinephrine B. Serotonin C. Gamma-aminobutyric acid D. Acetylcholine