Give the mechanism of action of the following drugs:
vincristine sulfate (Vincasar PFS): an antineoplastic agent that arrests mitosis in metaphase, blocking cell division.
zidovudine (Retrovir): prevents replication of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) by inhibiting the enzyme reverse transcriptase.
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a. Dysrhythmias are common occurrences. b. Men have more atypical symptoms than women. c. Midsternal chest pain is a common presenting symptom. d. Some patients are asymptomatic.
A 48-year-old man has presented to the outpatient radiology department for a scheduled transrectal ultrasound (TRUS). The nurse in this department should be aware that this patient has likely had:
A) Elevated prostate-specific antigen (PSA) B) Evidence of erectile dysfunction (ED) C) Urinary retention D) A history of infertility
Which actions should the nurse take to ensure effective sleep for older clients in a long-term care facility? Select all that apply.
1. Use nightlights during the night. 2. Establish consistent nighttime routines. 3. Schedule routine care in the early evening hours. 4. Put clients to bed immediately after the evening meal. 5. Reduce noise and light disruption throughout the night.
A student nurse studying substance use learns that in addition to stimulants, inhalants, depressants, and cannabis, psychoactive substances include which of the following?
A. Dissociative anesthetics B. Both 1 and 3 C. Hallucinogens D. Non-narcotics