Which of the following patients would benefit from a p.r.n. drug regimen?
A) one who had thoracic surgery 12 hours ago
B) one who had thoracic surgery 4 days ago
C) one who has intractable pain
D) one who has chronic pain
B
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a. Development of the field of nanoinformatics and nanomedicine is difficult. b. Creation of nanoparticles has not yet come to full fruition. c. There are cytotoxicity and ethical concerns regarding the use of nanoparticles. d. No methods exist to successfully combat cytotoxicity and clearance of nanoparticles.
The school nurse works with a 12-year-old girl who is obese and has type 2 diabetes. As client advocate, which would be most appropriate nursing action?
A) Scold the client when she buys a soda from a vending machine at school. B) Schedule a conference with the client's parents to discuss how to collaboratively manage her blood glucose level and encourage her to select appropriate foods in the cafeteria for lunch. C) Perform a finger stick and check the client's blood glucose level when she reports feeling weak and dizzy one day. D) Weigh the client each week in the office to help track her weight and hold her accountable to her weight loss goals.
Amantadine hydrochloride has been prescribed for a patient. The nurse knows this medication is used for:
1. Sinusitis. 2. Influenza. 3. Upper respiratory tract infections. 4. Asthma.
When the kidneys are diseased, the body may not be able to maintain a balance between intake and output, and it is sometimes necessary to keep track of the intake and output of
A. foods. B. fluids. C. electrolytes. D. medications.