Which of the following drug classification's mechanism of action involves covering, cooling, drying, or soothing inflamed skin?
A. antipruritics
B. protectives and astringents
C. topical anesthetics
D. anti-inflammatory drugs
Answer: B
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a. Depressing b. Stimulating c. Calming d. Frightening
A client with cerebral palsy is prescribed diazepam for involuntary muscle movement because of its action as a/an:
a. anxiolytic. b. centrally acting skeletal muscle relaxant. c. neuromuscular blocking agent. d. direct-acting skeletal muscle relaxant.
Which of the following factors can result in a false high reading?
A 55-year-old bookkeeper comes to your office for a routine visit. You note that on a previous visit for treatment of contact dermatitis, her blood pressure was elevated. She does not have prior elevated readings and her family history is negative for hypertension. You measure her blood pressure in your office today. A) Blood pressure cuff is tightly fitted. B) Patient is seated quietly for 10 minutes prior to measurement. C) Blood pressure is measured on a bare arm. D) Patient's arm is resting, supported by your arm at her mid-chest level as you stand to measure the blood pressure.
Oral H2-receptor antagonists ________.
A. do not interact with other medications B. interact with citrus juices C. must be taken on an empty stomach D. can be taken with food