A patient asks why systemic glucocorticoid medications are used as the last choice for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. What is the nurse's most informative reply?
a. "The other drugs are just as effective and work in similar ways."
b. "They are used as a last choice or for short periods because they have many side ef-fects."
c. "Those drugs are given three or four times daily, which is more difficult for patients to remember."
d. "A higher incidence of vomiting occurs with prolonged use."
B
Glucocorticoids are used as a last choice because they have many side effects.
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How should researchers and reviewers accept statistical significance?
a. With the belief that statistically significant results are the final word b. With the cautious regard for how results might apply to practice c. With the view that careful appraisal is necessary to apply results to theory d. With the idea that additional testing is not necessary
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a. Assessing the patient's readiness to learn b. Determining the patient's level of understanding of content c. Determining the patient's education level and learning style d. Maintaining an aloof attitude toward presented content e. Documenting expected outcomes independently
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