A patient returns from abdominal surgery and develops hiccups. You should
A) give the patient a drink of water.
B) support the incisional area with a pillow.
C) give the patient a teaspoon of sugar.
D) cover the patient with a warm blanket.
B
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Professional nursing behaviors and attributes include all of the following except:
a. time management skills c. caring b. self-evaluation d. self-discipline
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A) Isosorbide mononitrate (Isordil) B) Meperidine hydrochloride (Demerol) C) Morphine sulfate (Morphine) D) Nitroglycerin transdermal patch
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