Placing an herb in alcohol or vinegar will make a(n):
a. suspension.
b. emulsion.
c. infusion.
d. tincture.
D
Tinctures are made by placing the herb in alcohol or vinegar.
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The patient who is scheduled for a postvoid residual (PVR) test should be instructed by the nurse to:
1. call the nurse immediately after voiding. 2. after voiding, wait 10 minutes and void again. 3. void into a flowmeter. 4. avoid fluid intake for 8 hours before the test.
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A) he or she appears listless or lethargic. B) his or her heart rate varies with activity. C) his or her heart rate is greater than 150 beats/min. D) perfusion decreases following a fluid bolus.
The nurse has been working with a patient who experiences anxiety. Which intervention should the nurse implement initially when the patient is observed pacing and wring her hands?
a. Asking how she has managed anxiety effectively in the past b. Distracting her by offering to help her make a telephone call c. Asking her what she believes is causing her increased anxiety d. Teaching her to take deep, relaxing breaths to manage the anxiety