Which body-produced substance is targeted and inhibited by most disease modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs)?
a. Tumor necrosis factor (TNF)
b. White blood cells (WBCs)
c. Cyclo-oxygenase (COX)
d. Interferon (IFN)
ANS: A
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What indicates that a nurse has developed cultural awareness?
a. Recognizes and values all aspects of a client's culture b. Learns about the client's cultural back-ground c. Understands her or his own cultural ac-tions d. Uses a cultural assessment tool with all clients
The primary gain for a client with conversion disorder is which of the following?
A) Emotional detachment B) Emotional support from family C) Identification of anxious feelings D) Relief from emotional conflict
A surgical patient has highly elevated AST and ALT levels. Standard orders specify that she is to receive morphine sulfate 10 mg postoperatively. What action should the nurse take prior to administering the medication?
A) Draw up half of the medication for administration. B) Notify the physician for a reduced dosage. C) Assess the patient's respiratory status. D) Assess the patient's pain tolerance.