The nurse is asked to identify the term describing a drug's ability to bind to a particular receptor site. Which term should the nurse identify?
1. Affinity
2. Selectivity
3. Intrinsic activity
4. Hyperosmolarity
2. Selectivity
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While the preferred site for obtaining a client's blood pressure measurement is over the brachial artery, what artery is the next measurement site of choice?
a. dorsalis pedis c. popliteal b. posterior tibial d. radial
At their manager's request, Mary and Kelly are discussing the pros and cons of implementing a suggestion made by the manager. Mary states, "I think we should just do it because it's really what the manager wants, and we should do what she says
" Mary is likely from which genera-tion? a. Veteran b. Baby Boomer c. Generation X d. Millennial
A nurse is caring for a client with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease receiving
supplemental oxygen through a Venturi mask. What measure should the nurse employ in this client? A) Connect a humidifier at one end of the mask adapter B) Ensure that the windows of the mask remain exposed to room air C) Set flow rate required to keep the bag inflated one-third full D) Place a folded towel behind the client's neck to hyperextend it
The nurse cautions the diabetic patient that diabetes affects the blood flow through the kidney. Which statement indicates that the patient understands the nurse's teaching?
a. "Long-term high blood sugars provide an environment for bacteria to grow, which can damage my kidneys." b. "Diabetes causes changes to blood vessels, which impacts blood flow to my kidneys." c. "Diabetes causes an immune response and exposes my kidneys to antibody com-plexes." d. "Long-term insulin use leads to scarring on the kidneys."