Which statement about chloral hydrate use in practice is accurate?
a. The drug has an abuse pattern similar to that of the barbiturates.
b. It allows for prolonged use without the development of tolerance.
c. Addiction potential is low.
d. There are no gastrointestinal adverse effects.
a
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The nurse is instructing a patient about the need to replace fluid before, during, and after exercise to avoid dehydration. On what basis should she teach the patient to determine the amount of fluid to consume? Select all that apply
a. Duration of exercise b. Environmental temperature c. Level of fitness d. Degree of thirst
Convert 12 ounces to an equivalent volume in milliliters
1. 6 mL 2. 60 mL 3. 366 mL 4. 3600 mL
False negative results in mammography occur in specific age groups because:
a. older women have greater density of breast tissue. b. older women have less density of breast tissue. c. younger women have greater density of breast tissue. d. younger women have less density of breast tissue.
To facilitate adequate urinary elimination during the postpartum period, the nurse should incorporate which intervention in the plan of care?
a. Have the client drink carbonated beverages to promote urinary excretion. b. Tell the client that because of postpartum diuresis there is less risk to develop dehydration. c. Limit fluid intake to prevent polyuria. d. Teach the client to do pelvic floor exercises to combat potential stress incontinence.