Why do drugs not reach the intestines as quickly in an older adult?
A. Enzymes lose effect with age.
B. Peristalsis is weaker.
C. There are fewer rugal folds.
D. Atherosclerosis blocks the arteries.
Answer: B
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A) Have a cola-color B) Have fibrinous threads C) Contain renal calculi D) Be copious in amount
Which of the following statements is phrased as a problem for a quantitative study?
1. Is the best method for improving the life of caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease known? 2. What will decrease the recovery time of clients who are undergoing a major surgical procedure? 3. Is music as effective as beta blockers in improving cardiac output in clients who have been hospitalized after suffering a myocardial infarction? 4. What will increase the quality of life of terminally ill clients?
The school health nurse is working with a parent–child group discussing sex education. Which statement by a parent or child requires further teaching by the nurse?
1. "I know girls can develop early. I was only 8 years old when I developed breasts.". 2. "I plan to speak with my daughter about her sexuality only after she reads the books I purchased for her.". 3. "My school nurse talked with us about getting a period," the child giggles. 4. "My friends like to talk about sex. Lots of us have older sisters who dress sexy.".
Before administering any medication, what is the nurse's priority action regarding patient safety?
a. Verifying orders with another nurse b. Documenting the medications given c. Counting medications in the medication cart drawers d. Checking the patient's identification using two identifiers