A patient experiences profound sedation when an opioid, such as fentanyl, is given together with a benzodiazepine, such as midazolam. This is an example of:
A) synergism.
B) summation.
C) potentiation.
D) antagonism.
Answer: A) synergism.
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Which statement correctly explains the etiology of Down syndrome?
a. There is an extra chromosome on the 21st pair. b. There is a missing chromosome on the 21st pair. c. There are two pairs of the 21st chromosome. d. The chromosome's 21st pair is missing.
Conceptual models of nursing are used by nurse researchers as an inspiration in formulating research questions and directing research hypotheses. Some of the concepts that form these models include which of the following? Select all that apply
A) Health promotion B) Unified whole C) Adaptation D) Self-efficacy
An antiinfective classified according to its first, second, or third generation is a:
A. penicillin B. cephalosporin C. macrolide D. lincosamide
The nurse is planning care for a patient with dermatitis. What interventions should be included in this patient's plan of care? (Select all that apply.)
a. Pat the skin dry after bathing b. Apply cool moist compresses c. Encourage a high-protein diet d. Provide skin care first thing in the morning e. Keep fingernails short to prevent scratching