Which of the following databases would the nurse choose when searching for general medical or dental information?
a. The Cochrane Library
b. HealthStar
c. Medline
d. InfoPoems
C
Medline is the largest biomedical research literature database (more than 10 million references) for general information. Medline compiles information from Index Medicus, Index to Dental Li-terature, and International Nursing Index. Because of its large size, it is challenging to find a specific topic.
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1. ICN 2. STT 3. CNATN 4. NLN 5. ANA 6. NSNA
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This finding indicates: 1. Pitting edema. 2. Loss of skin elasticity. 3. Decrease sensation. 4. Increased skin turgor.
For the client receiving droperidol, the nurse should monitor for:
a. orthostatic hypotension. c. narrow-angle glaucoma. b. sedation. d. tardive dyskinesia.
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