Alcohol, cigarettes, and _________ are called gateway drugs because their use is often believed to lead to the use of other stronger drugs.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Ans: marijuana
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A) "Discontinue the IV solution." B) "Dispose of the disconnected IV set." C) "Inspect the site for thrombophlebitis." D) "Check the infusion rate."
The functions of endorphins are believed to be: (Select all that apply.)
a. inhibition of unpleasant stimuli. b. diminished anxiety. c. relief of pain. d. feeling of euphoria. e. increased blood pressure.
The school nurse is presenting sexual information to a group of school-age girls. What approach should the nurse take when presenting the information?
a. Put off answering questions. b. Give technical terms when giving the presentation. c. Treat sex as a normal part of growth and development. d. Plan to give the presentation with boys and girls together.
Which statements regarding Mycobacterium tuberculosis are true regarding the bacilli’s ability to go into dormancy?
a. Neutrophils and macrophages all play a role in its dormancy. b. Mycobacterium tuberculosis is capable of dormancy but for only a short period. c. The immune system is the controlling factor regarding its length of dormancy. d. The bacilli are sealed off in tubercles to allow for dormancy. e. An attack by lymphocytes brings the bacilli out of their dormant state.