The nurse assesses a patient for which criteria of addiction? (Select all that apply.)
a. Excessive use of the substance
b. Decrease in social function
c. Uncontrollable consumption
d. Decrease in economic function
e. Psychological disturbances
A, B, C, D, E
All options are criteria of addiction.
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A) Mercaptopurine (Purinethol) B) Busulfan (Busulfex) C) Thiotepa (Thioplex) D) Doxorubicin (Doxil) E) Irinotecan (Camptosar)
The nurse is teaching a group of nurses about communicable diseases. The nurse asks, "Which patient population or populations should be advised to avoid preparations containing lindane?"
The nurses correctly name which of the following? (Select all that apply.) a. Patients allergic to sulfa b. Children with seizure disorders c. Adults with autoimmune disorders d. Breast-feeding women e. Individuals who consume large amounts of alcohol
A nursing student has asked a classmate for pointers that might help the student to communicate more effectively when working with clients. What advice should the classmate provide?
A) ìTry to memorize some statements and explanations that are relevant in several clinical situations.î B) ìBefore you start speaking to someone, take a moment to get your thoughts clearly organized.î C) ìWhenever you're speaking to someone, provide as much detail as you possibly can.î D) ìTry to adopt the mindset that you are more knowledgeable than the person that you're talking to.î
Which organism causes most UTIs?
a. Proteus mirabilis b. Klebsiella pneumoniae c. Escherichia coli d. Pseudomonas aeruginosa