An intervention to relieve local discomfort from an immunization is:
1. application of emollients.
2. application of ice.
3. application of lidocaine ointment.
4. acetaminophen.
4
Localized discomfort may be relieved by treating the symptoms using warm compresses to the area, acetaminophen, rest, and sometimes antihistamines.
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The nurse teaches a patient about a sustained release capsule. Which statement by the patient requires an intervention by the nurse?
a. "The capsule may cost more than a tablet." b. "This medication will be absorbed slowly." c. "I must swallow this medication whole." d. "I will take this medication 4 times a day."
21.7°C converted to Fahrenheit is ________ (round to the nearest tenth).
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Which term is used when a patient remains in a deep sleep, responsive only to vigorous and repeated stimulation?
a. Coma c. Obtundation b. Stupor d. Persistent vegetative state