What characteristic of scheduled drugs results in the need for these specific protocols?

a) large doses can be fatal
b) respiratory depression can occur
c) there is a high potential for abuse
d) tolerance develops with repeated use


Answer: c) there is a high potential for abuse

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A) hyperglycemia. B) hypoglycemia. C) hyponatremia. D) hyperkalemia.

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The nurse is assessing a toddler diagnosed with tetralogy of Fallot. Which clinical manifestations does the nurse anticipate during the physical assessment?

Select all that apply. A) Palpable thrill in the pulmonic area B) Nail clubbing C) Cough D) Apneic periods E) Knee-chest position

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To convert a decimal to a percent, the decimal point is

A. moved two places to the right. B. not moved. C. dropped completely. D. moved two places to the left.

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Symptoms of chronic erosion of mucosal lining and perforation include ________.

A. high levels of IgE antibodies B. presence of blood in stool or vomit C. hyperglycemia D. hypertension

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