A patient is administered the opioid antagonist naloxone (Narcan) for respiratory depression and a state of unresponsiveness. How does naloxone work?
A) Synergism
B) Breakthrough
C) Tolerance
D) Displacement
D
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Which of the following statements is true about dysarthria?
a. Does not affect intelligence. b. Stems from severe rheumatoid arthritis. c. Physical therapy can be beneficial. d. Can affect the balance.
A patient prefers to use the diaphragm as a method of birth control. Which sexually transmitted infections (STIs) should the nurse review as being prevented by the use of this barrier?
Select all that apply. 1. HIV 2. HPV 3. gonorrhea 4. chlamydia 5. trichomoniasis
The nurse is talking to a client with schizoid personality disorder about finding a job. Which of the following suggestions by the nurse would be most helpful?
A) "Being a loner really limits your employment opportunities." B) "Maybe your friend could see if there is a night position available at the convenience store." C) "Perhaps working part-time at a fast-food restaurant would be something you could do." D) "There is a job posting at the hospital for a file clerk in medical records."
The nurse is discussing treatment for a superinfection with a client and family members. The family asks the nurse what a superinfection is. What is the best response by the nurse?
1. An infection caused by a weakened immune system 2. A secondary infection that occurs when microorganisms normally present in the body are killed by the drug 3. An infection that is difficult to treat 4. A drug-resistant infection