A client who has received an oral medication for treatment of hives asks the nurse, "How long will it be before my skin clears and quits itching?" Which concepts should the nurse consider when formulating a response?Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
A. The amount of time between administration and the drug taking effect is known as onset of action.
B. Peak plasma levels rarely occur with oral medications.
C. Duration of action is the amount of time a drug is effective.
D. Peak plasma level is dependent on the drug's plasma half-life (t1/2).
E. Drugs with short half-lives are ineffective in treating systemic illnesses.
Answer:
A. The amount of time between administration and the drug taking effect is known as onset of action.
C. Duration of action is the amount of time a drug is effective.
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The nurse is assisting the client with a sitz bath, and would perform which steps? Select all that apply
1. Fill the solution bag with water warmed to 37 °C to 40 °C (98 °F to 109 °F). 2. Fill the basin three-quarters full. 3. Place the basin in the toilet. 4. Assist the client to sit securely on the sitz bath. 5. Open the clamp and begin a slow flow of solution from the bag as the solution in the basin cools.
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1. "Infants should always be placed to sleep on their backs.". 2. "Children should be taught to wash their hands.". 3. "Caregivers should ensure that the children's toys are age-appropriate.". 4. "Parents should be educated about the importance of immunizations.". 5. "Caregivers should inspect the children's toys for small possibly inhalable parts.".
Which menu choice indicates that the patient is implementing plans to choose high-calorie, high-protein foods?
a. Baked fish with applesauce b. Beef noodle soup and canned corn c. Fresh fruit salad with yogurt topping d. Fried chicken with potatoes and gravy