Which of these medications will be prescribed to relieve pain for the client who has osteoarthritis?
a. aspirin or NSAIDs c. narcotics
b. steroids d. muscle relaxants
A
Treatment is symptomatic, particularly focused on pain relief with a variety of nonnarcotic medications; physical therapy can also be helpful. Total hip or knee replacement surgery (total joint arthroplasty) may be required. Nursing care focuses on helping clients achieve pain management and maintain physical mobility.
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A child has truncus arteriosus with hypotension and poor perfusion. Which medication does the nurse prepare to administer?
A. Amiodarone (Cordarone) B. Clopidogrel (Plavix) C. Dopamine (Intropin) D. Isoproterenol (Isuprel)
Studies have shown that the intraparenchymal catheter has a better result than the intraventricular catheter. Identify the answer that supports this statement
a. The intraparenchymal catheter allows for CSF drainage. b. The intraparenchymal catheter has increased monitoring time. c. The intraparenchymal catheter has a longer insertion time for monitoring ICP. d. The intraparenchymal catheter has decreased device-related complications.
Injection drug users are at risk for other health complications. This population represents a rapidly growing source of new cases of AIDS. Emphasis is being placed on reducing the transmission of this disease through contaminated needles
A community health nurse can provide education about: 1. How and where to acquire safe needles 2. The proper way to use a needle and possible injection sites 3. AIDS transmission via heterosexual and homosexual activities 4. Cleaning needles with bleach between uses and needle exchange programs
MC The major emphasis in primary prevention that relates to the health of the poor and homeless in a community is to
A. Have appropriate support services in place to address the health needs of these aggregates. B. Ensure health services in the schools to keep children healthy. C. Mitigate or prevent the factors that cause homelessness and poverty. D. Ensure sufficient employment opportunities are available for all adults.