Which of the following may contribute to drug toxicity in the geriatric population?

A. Leukopenia
B. Reduced production of plasma proteins
C. Stable creatinine levels
D. Increased activity of liver enzymes


Answer: B

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Registered nurses can be identified as a:

a. culture c. group b. subculture d. organization

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A pregnant woman is at 38 weeks of gestation. She wants to know if any signs indicate "labor is getting closer to starting." The nurse informs the woman that which of the following is a sign that labor may begin soon?

a. Weight gain of 1.5 to 2 kg (3 to 4 lb) b. Increase in fundal height c. Urinary retention d. Surge of energy

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When assessing for addiction, the nurse should be aware that a primary symptom of addiction is:

a. Anger b. Apathy c. Denial d. Violence

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To effectively complete the evaluation phase, the nurse must have

a. Demonstrated the ability to improve the health of the participants b. Developed measureable objectives and goals before implementation c. Encouraged full participation by community members d. Improved the health of the population through the program

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