The nurse working in a family planning clinic is aware that oral contraceptives are contraindicated for which patient?
A) Nonsmokers under age 35
B) Women over the age of 35
C) Women with diabetes
D) Smokers age 35 and over
Ans: D
Feedback: Women who smoke and who are 35 years or older should not take oral contraceptives because of an increased risk for heart problems.
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_____________ occurs when one directs hostile or aggressive behavior toward another member of the same group
a. Discrimination c. Sexual harassment b. Lateral violence d. Disparate impact
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a. " I should request childproof medication containers for medications stored in the home." b. "I should keep all medications out of reach of children and in a locked cabinet." c. "I can put the medication in the formula to help ensure that my baby takes it." d. "All of the medications are oral and I have oral administration syringes."
The nurse recognizes that there are differences between fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins. Which of the following is one of those differences?
A) Water-soluble vitamins are more essential to life than fat-soluble vitamins. B) Water-soluble vitamins attach to protein carriers to be transported through the blood. C) Water-soluble vitamins should be consumed daily. D) Water-soluble vitamins are stored primarily in the liver and adipose tissue.