The drug nalbuphine (Nubain) is an agonist-antagonist (partial agonist). The nurse understands that which is a characteristic of partial agonists?
a. They have anti-inflammatory effects.
b. They are given to reverse the effects of opiates.
c. They have a higher potency than agonists.
d. They have a lower dependency potential than agonists.
ANS: D
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When asked by student nurses wishing to learn about correctional nursing, the correctional nurse would characterize the health problems of inmates as:
a. primarily routine infections and minor trauma. b. chronic medical and psychiatric disorders. c. similar to the nonincarcerated population. d. injuries acquired during arrest or incarceration.
What is the legal significance of a nurse's action when a patient verbally refuses medication and the nurse gives the medication over the patient's objection? The nurse:
a. has been negligent. b. committed malpractice. c. fulfilled the standard of care. d. can be charged with battery.
Which statement is true about normal function of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract?
a. Failure of the tight junctions allows bacteria to invade the GI tract. b. The gut lacks protective mechanisms; thus, infection is always a concern. c. Water is reabsorbed at the beginning of the colon. d. Without nutritional stimulation, mucosal villi atrophy.
A pregnant client complains of morning sickness. Which assessment finding may indicate a possible developing complication?
a. Trace glucose in the urine c. FHT 155 b. 1+ ketones in the urine d. Maternal pulse 90