The nurse is repeatedly unsuccessful in starting an IV on a patient who requires antibiotic therapy. The physician then orders the patient to receive an oral antibiotic. What is the major disadvantage of the oral route over the parenteral route?
A) Slower rate of action
B) Greater adverse effects
C) Increased risk of tolerance
D) Dose must be larger
A
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a. "I have been taking an herbal product of feverfew for my migraines." b. "I exercise for 3 hours a day." c. "I drink 2 glasses of wine a day." d. "I use atropine eyedrops every day."
A 76-year-old man tells the nurse at the sleep disorder clinic, "I awaken almost nightly in the midst of violent dreams in which I am defending myself against multiple attackers. Then I realize I have been hitting and kicking my wife
She has bruises.". Which health problem is most likely? a. Sleep paralysis b. Night terror disorder c. Sleep-related bruxism d. REM sleep behavior disorder
The nurse recognizes an effective group includes which of the following characteristics?
a. Power resides in the leader and is not shared. b. Communication is guarded and feelings are not always given attention. c. Goals are vague or imposed on the group without discussion. d. Goals are clearly identified and collaboratively developed.
Convert 89.6 g to milligrams: ________ (use appropriate unit abbreviation)
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).