Jim's blood pressure rises from 140/90 to 180/100 mm Hg. What effect does this have on his cardiac output?
A) It decreases.
B) It increases.
C) It decreases first, then increases.
D) It does not change.
A
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a. Individual accountability and responsibility b. Structured time and task responsibilities c. Teamwork d. Following orders
An oncology nurse is aware that which of the following individuals is at the greatest risk for the development of Hodgkin's disease?
A) The spouse of a patient with Hodgkin's disease B) A patient with a liver transplant on immunosuppressive therapy C) A patient with heart failure on diuretic therapy D) A patient who works on a fishing boat
A client who experiences panic attacks in social situations has been prescribed an antianxiety medication. The nurse would assess which of the following before administering the drug?
A) Temperature B) Blood pressure C) Blood sugar D) Red blood cell count
Explanation: 1. Herbs can interact with medications. 2. Because the FDA does not regulate herbal medicines, there is no assurance of standardization of their ingredients, purity, dosage, or potency. 3. It is important for the client to discuss the use of herbal remedies with prescribed medications with the healthcare provider. 4. The Food and Drug administration does not regulate herbal
medicines, and these medicines may have different ingredients, purity, dosage, or potency. 5. For most herbal remedies, there have not been sufficient clinical trials to demonstrate their effectiveness or appropriate dosage. 1. Nonpharmacological approaches can alleviate the pain. 2. Nonpharmacological approaches can delay the need for medication. 3. Nonpharmacological approaches can prevent the need for medication. 4. Nonpharmacological approaches can complement current medication therapy. 5. Nonpharmacological approaches do not cost the client anything to use or implement.