Which compound or hormone is secreted by the adrenal medulla?
a. Cortisol
b. Epinephrine
c. Androgens
d. Aldosterone
Ans: b. Epinephrine
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a. P wave. b. Q wave. c. P-R interval. d. QRS complex.
Gastric lavage and administration of activated charcoal are ordered for an unconscious patient who has been admitted to the emergency department (ED) after ingesting 30 lorazepam (Ativan) tablets. Which action should the nurse plan to do first?
a. Insert a large-bore orogastric tube. b. Assist with intubation of the patient. c. Prepare a 60-mL syringe with saline. d. Give first dose of activated charcoal.
A client with a diagnosis of depression has been taking citalopram (Celexa) for several weeks but is frustrated by the persistence of his depression
The client has told the nurse that he has just begun supplementing his antidepressant with St. John's wort. How should the nurse respond? A) "It's best that you stop taking the St. John's wort until you talk to you doctor." B) "Make sure that you don't take your St. John's wort and your Celexa at the same time of the day." C) "You'll probably find that you'll experience an improvement in your mood within a few days." D) "While you're taking the two medications, make sure that you're careful to avoid injury because there's a small risk of bleeding."
A patient is receiving continuous oxygen. The person wants to smoke. Which is correct?
a. The person can smoke if you close the room door. b. The person can smoke if you turn off the oxygen. c. Take the person to a nonsmoking area. d. Smoking is not allowed where oxygen is being used.