A patient who is prescribed gabapentin (Neurontin) is also taking morphine sulfate for severe pain. What dosage adjustment should you expect?
a. Decreased dosage of gabapentin
b. Increased dosage of gabapentin
c. Decreased dosage of morphine
d. Increased dosage of morphine
ANS: A
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The family of a patient who is showing signs of impending death tells the nurse that they would like for any organs that can be used to be donated. The nurse should:
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Which administration concern is included in the plan of care for the HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccine?
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