Which class of drugs is preferred for increasing urinary flow in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia?
A. Beta-blockers
B. Alpha-blockers
C. Nicotinic blockers
D. Muscarinic blockers
Answer: B
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A) place the client on the side and ensure the airway is patent. B) determine whether the client has had seizures in the past. C) bring suction equipment to the bedside. D) initiate oxygen therapy.
A nurse is educating a community women's group about the importance of monthly breast self-exam and annual mammograms. Which of the following best describes why this community health education is important?
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Oxytocin is a hormone that stimulates:
a. milk secretion. b. milk production. c. ACTH secretion. d. a decrease in uterine contractions.
Which medications are second-choice pharmacotherapy for heart failure?(Select all that apply.)
1. Beta-adrenergic blockers 2. Phosphodiesterase inhibitors 3. Diuretics 4. ACE inhibitors 5. Alpha blockers