The most commonly prescribed digitalis preparation for treating CHF is:
A. nitroglycerin
B. digoxin
C. digitoxin
D. colestipol
B
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An 11-year-old boy with a history of mild mental retardation has possibly ingested the leaves of a household plant. His mother states that she found him eating the leaves, then immediately called 911. You note that the plant has been overturned and is missing a considerable number of leaves. Assessment reveals the boy to be lethargic and confused and complaining of abdominal pain, accompanied by
nausea and vomiting. His airway is patent and his respirations are adequate. Which assessment finding would be most suggestive that the plant leaves have been absorbed into the body? A) Confusion and lethargy B) Nausea and vomiting C) Abdominal pain D) Leaves missing from the plant
A rare hernia occurring between the transverse abdominis and rectus muscles is a(n)
A. umbilical hernia C. Spigelian hernia B. direct inguinal hernia D. femoral hernia
Which of the following nerves is most affected in persons with carpal tunnel syndrome?
a. Musculocutaneous b. Median c. Ulnar d. Radial
When you are in doubt about who is ________ to give consent to release information, you should ask your supervisor before releasing confidential medical records.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).