The standard of care for women who are dependent on heroin or other narcotics is ____________________ maintenance treatment (MMT)
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Methadone
Methadone maintenance treatment should be offered as part of a comprehensive care pro-gram that includes behavior therapy and support services. MMT has been shown to decrease opioid and other drug abuse, decrease criminal activity, improve individual functioning, and decrease the HIV rate.
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1. For vomiting during cleaning. 2. The impact of symptoms on the family system. 3. How frequently the client cleans the house. 4. For forgetfulness.
600,000 mcg = _____ g
a. 6,000 b. 600 c. 0.6 d. 6
An elderly patient with many health problems wants to save money to have a facelift. Which of the following is the most tactful and helpful comment a nurse can make?
A) Cosmetic surgery is fine at any age if a patient can afford it, and will do much more for the appearance than any cosmetic. B) Cosmetic surgery is a waste of money for the elderly, but good cosmetics can be healthful and make you look much better. C) Cosmetic surgery may be fine, but good cosmetics can be a less expensive and effective option. D) Cosmetic surgery is inadvisable, and elderly patients should concentrate on inner beauty.
You are answering questions of a 92-year-old man's family who has been admitted for the treatment of pneumonia. His 32-year-old granddaughter asks you why her grandfather became so sick so quickly with the disease
She further states that she had pneumonia last winter and was never even hospitalized. Your best response to her questions would include A) your grandfather must have chronic illnesses that put him at risk. B) all elderly have decreases in the ability to restore balance to the body systems when challenged by trauma or infection. C) there are some differences between men and women and illness. D) I don't think you can compare your grandfather to yourself.