Which of the following is a clinical indication for the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)?
A. Chronic treatment of dysmenorrhea
B. Relief of mild to moderate pain where opioids are not indicated or warranted
C. Control of the signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
D. All of the above
Answer: D
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Which one of the following individuals likely has the greatest need for health education? A) An IV drug user who is receiving antibiotics for the treatment of endocarditis B) A young adult who has suffered traumatic injuries in a motorcycle accident C) The parents of an infant who has been admitted for treatment of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) D) An elderly woman who has just been diagnosed with congestive heart failure (|CHF)
An older patient with end-stage renal and heart failure is experiencing odd dreams and is talking with people who are not present in the room. What does this finding indicate to the nurse?
1. Pending death 2. Ineffective pain medication 3. Overdose of narcotic medication 4. Normal visual and auditory hallucinations at the end of life
The client who experienced an inhalation injury 6 hours ago has been wheezing. When the client is assessed, wheezes are no longer heard. What is the nurse's best action?
A. Raise the head of the bed. B. Notify the emergency team. C. Loosen the dressings on the chest. D. Document the findings as the only action.
Amiodarone is indicated for the treatment of which of the following?
a. Asystole b. PEA c. Refractory V-Tach d. Third-degree AV block