To prevent ________ caused by taking unnecessary megadoses, it is essential to teach patients that the RDA includes not only the amount of food a person eats, but also the amount present in supplementation.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
toxicity
To prevent toxicity caused by megadoses, the RDA includes both the food eaten as well as supplementation.
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Identify the primary function of tocolytic drugs.
A. Tocolytic drugs are proven effective in the treatment of nocturnal enuresis when administered prior to bedtime. B. Tocolytic drugs are used for the treatment of diabetes insipidus. C. Tocolytic drugs inhibit uterine contractions, thereby preventing premature births. D. Tocolytic drugs prevent or relieve abdominal distention associated with surgical procedures.
To improve placental blood flow immediately after the injection of an epidural anesthetic, the nurse should:
a. Turn the woman to the right side. b. Place a wedge under the woman's right hip. c. Give the woman oxygen. d. Decrease the intravenous infusion rate.
The client in a rehabilitation unit is having a difficult time adjusting to the scheduled activities on the unit, as well as being dependent on others for meals and medications. Which word best describes what the patient is experiencing?
A) Anxiety B) Disparity C) Resolution D) Shock