A 17-year-old high school wrestler comes in for his regularly scheduled appointment for asthma. He reports no acute problems now with wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or tightness in his chest. He might be a candidate for prophylactic treatment with which of the following?
A. theophylline (Elixophyllin, Quibron T, Slo-Phyllin)
B. terbutaline (Brethine, Bricanyl)
C. cromolyn sodium (Intal)
D. albuterol (Proventil)
C. cromolyn sodium (Intal)
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A) providing morning hygiene. B) lifting or mobilizing a patient. C) performing patient assessments. D) approaching unfamiliar patients.
Pallor occurring in an extremity within 20 seconds after that extremity is lifted most likely indicates
a. normal arterial circulation. c. arterial insufficiency. b. venous insufficiency. d. thrombophlebitis.
Today is the last day of work on the medical-surgical unit for a nurse who has decided to work in home care. A patient asks her why she is leaving to work in home care. Select a response that best illustrates the advantages of home care
a. "Care is much more comprehensive and unhurried in the home; it is more enjoyable for nurses to work in home care." b. "Home care is much more organized than hospital care; you have access to the whole team, and there is less interference from others." c. "A home health nurse has more autonomy and skills than a hospital nurse does; I'll get to do more." d. "In home care, I can see my patients in their personal environment; this will help me understand them more and allow me to give personalized care."
REM sleep in a toddler is about
A) 10% B) 20% C) 30% D) 40%