A client with rheumatoid arthritis is prescribed piroxicam (feldene), a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Which effect is characteristic of (NSAIDs) used for treating rheumatoid arthritis?
A. production of replacement cartilage is stimulated
B. inflammation is reduced by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis
C. bradykinin is inhibited, thereby reducing acute and chronic pain
D. further destruction of the articular cartilage is prevented
Answer: B. inflammation is reduced by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis
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a. 45 mL/hr b. 90 mL/hr c. 4.5 mL/hr d. 15 mL/hr
Based on the statement that despite increased public awareness and the development of effective antidepressant medications, depression continues to be regularly found at a constant prevalence, one would say that depression continues to be:
a. endemic b. epidemic c. epidemiological d. experimental
An older gentleman asks the nurse what the effects of aging are on the male reproductive system. What is the best response by the nurse to the client about the effects of aging on the male reproductive system?
A) Sharp demarcation of the beginning or end of sexual activity occurs at age 50 B) Men stop producing sperm as their level of testosterone secretion declines with age. C) Many men experience benign or malignant hypertrophy of the prostate gland. D) Older men experience a shorter refractory period between orgasm and the ability to achieve another erection.
Stress-induced sympathetic stimulation of the adrenal medulla causes the secretion of what?
a. Epinephrine and aldosterone b. Norepinephrine and cortisol c. Epinephrine and norepinephrine d. Acetylcholine and cortisol