The nurse is caring for an older patient with a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Which medications could cause adverse reactions in this patient? (Select all that apply.)
A) Aspirin
B) NSAIDs
C) Bupropion
D) beta-Blockers
E) Long-acting benzodiazepines
D, E
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A high potential for adverse reactions exists in patients with COPD when taking long-acting benzodiazepines and beta-blockers. A high potential for adverse reactions does not exist in patients with COPD when taking aspirin, NSAIDs, or bupropion.
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Which of the following statements accurately describes religion in America? Select all that apply. A) A majority of Americans who are affiliated with a religion believe their religion is the only way to salvation. B) More than half of Americans rank the importance of religion very highly in their lives, attend religious services regularly, and pray daily. C) A plurality of adults who are affiliated with a religion want their religion to adjust to new circumstances or adopt modern beliefs and practices. D) Significant minorities across nearly all religious traditions see a conflict between being a devout person and living in a modern society. E) While more than 50% of Americans believe in the existence of God or a universal spirit, there is considerable variation in the nature and certainty of this belief. F) Sixty percent of adults believe that God is a person with whom people can have a relationship; but one out of four—including about half of Jews and Hindus—see God as an impersonal force.
A client has a history of normal pressure hydrocephaly. What physiological function most likely occurs to maintain this client's intracranial pressure within normal limits? Select all that apply
1. Displacing of brain tissue 2. Administer osmotic diuretics 3. Reducing the amount of cerebral oxygen 4. Compressing the cerebral venous system 5. Shunting of cerebrospinal fluid to the lumbar space
The nurse desires to provide care according to the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics. Which of the following is the primary ethical responsibility of the nurse when providing client care?
1. To do no harm 2. To do good 3. Protect the clients' right to make their own decisions 4. To tell the truth