Therapeutic drug levels are drawn when a drug reaches steady state. Drugs reach steady state:
1. After the second dose
2. After four to five half-lives
3. When the patient feels the full effect of the drug
4. One hour after IV administration
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A) has any symptoms. B) becomes significantly limited in activity. C) reaches 32 years of age. D) begins a cardiac drug regimen causing side effects.
The tools and methods for a comprehensive performance appraisal system include (select all that apply):
a. job description. b. reward system. c. client feedback. d. staff development. e. personnel selection.
Which should the nurse attribute to the older adult's decreased skin elasticity? Select all that apply.
A. Elastin fibers decreases. B. Collagen decreases. C. Subcutaneous layer decreases. D. Sebum production decreases. E. Epidermis thins.
______________ is the strength or magnitude of the action potential.?
A) Duration B) Repolarization C) Amplitude D) Conduction