The nurse is reviewing therapy with glucocorticoid drugs. Which conditions are indications for glucocorticoid drugs?
(Select all that apply.)
a. Glaucoma
b. Cerebral edema
c. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma
d. Organ transplantation
e. Varicella
f. Septicemia
ANS: B, C, D
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ANS:
When interviewing the elderly patient, all of the following techniques will be helpful, EXCEPT
a. allowing extra time for the interview. b. scheduling more than one interview. c. speaking loudly and slowly. d. interviewing a family member or caregiver as well as the patient.
Which manifestation of Graves' disease is unaffected by medical treatment for the hyperthy-roidism?
A. Thinning hair B. Exophthalmos C. Weight loss D. Tachycardia
Which of the following age groups encompasses the most common victims of accidental pre-scription drug poisoning?
a. Under age 1 b. 2-3 years c. 4-5 years d. 6-7 years