What does the nurse explain is used to soften the cervix with a "cervical ripening" agent?
a. Prostaglandin gel insertion
b. Intravenous oxytocin
c. Warm saline douches
d. Nipple stimulation
ANS: A
Prostaglandin gel is inserted in the cervix and the woman remains in bed for 1 to 2 hours, being monitored for uterine contractions.
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a. covers up the behavior of the substance abuser. b. rationalizes the behavior of the substance abuser. c. uses the behavior of the substance abuser to build up his or her own self-esteem. d. is also a substance abuser.
Why is drug testing done by pharmaceutical companies not always appropriate for the older adult?
a. The testing is not done long enough. b. The testing does not require adequate follow-up. c. The testing is not well regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. d. The testing is usually conducted on healthy young persons.
Choose the best body position for the nurse to have while obtaining the health history:
A) Leaning over the bed. B) Standing at the bedside. C) Sitting on the bed. D) Sitting on a chair at the bedside.
Most psychiatric drugs act on the:
a. central nervous system b. entire body directly c. midbrain d. peripheral nerves