A patient is receiving a histamine-2 receptor antagonist agent to reduce the amount of hydrochloric acid in the stomach. What gastric function will this action reduce?

A) Fat digestion
B) Intrinsic factor production
C) Protein digestion
D) Stomach pH


C

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The end of the continuum that is marked by sexual actions harmful to self or others in some manner is known as:

a. Adaptive b. Homosexual c. Maladaptive d. Functional

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A client has a boil that is located in the left axillary area and is elevated with a raised border, and filled with pus. How would the nurse document this type of lesion?

A) Macule B) Vesicle C) Pustule D) Cyst

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Azelastine differs from other second-generation H1 antagonists because it:

a. is administered nasally in a spray form. b. is limited to the blockade of histamine receptors. c. causes no sedation. d. is less expensive than first-generation H1 antagonists.

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