Ramelteon (Rozerem) is the first ________ drug that acts on a mechanism other than central nervous system depression.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


insomnia

Ramelteon (Rozerem) is the first insomnia drug that acts on a mechanism other than central nervous system depression.

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A) Hydrochlorothiazide B) Enalapril maleate C) Spironolactone D) Losartan potassium

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A nurse plans care for a client with epilepsy who is admitted to the hospital. Which interventions should the nurse include in this client's plan of care? (Select all that apply.)

a. Have suction equipment at the bedside. b. Place a padded tongue blade at the bedside. c. Permit only clear oral fluids. d. Keep bed rails up at all times. e. Maintain the client on strict bedrest. f. Ensure that the client has IV access.

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Which of the following would indicate that a client's religious needs were met during a recent hospitalization?

1. The client thanked the nurse for contacting her priest to visit while hospitalized. 2. The client asked the nurse for additional supplies to change dressings while at home. 3. The client asked the nurse who to call if she has any problems after surgery. 4. The client told the nurse that she will not need home care since her daughter is a nurse and a Sunday school teacher.

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When the internal mode of monitoring (FSE, IUPC) is used, the information obtained on the uterine activity panel on the fetal monitor should be validated by the clinician by

A. Asking the patient to report when she is feeling a contraction B. Ultrasound imaging C. Palpation

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