Cromolyn sodium may also be used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis. What is the mechanism of action of this medication?
A. Mast cell stabilization
B. Blocking the effects of IgE
C. Leukotriene inhibition
D. Histamine blockade
A
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Which Bishop score should the nurse document? Record your answer as a whole number. _______ What will be an ideal response?
A nurse is working at a hospital in Hawaii. A neighboring island has been evacuated due to a volcanic eruption. The hospital has been put on alert that they will be receiving injured people from the evacuated island
What types of injuries or illnesses should the nurse and other staff be prepared for? A. Burns B. Respiratory disease C. Severe lacerations or other traumatic injuries D. All of the above
A menopausal woman tells her nurse that she experiences discomfort from vaginal dryness during sexual intercourse, and asks, "What should I use as a lubricant?" The nurse should recommend:
1. Petroleum jelly. 2. A water-soluble lubricant. 3. Body cream or body lotion. 4. Less-frequent intercourse.
A nursing facility has recently implemented new policies regarding nurse-to-patient ratios. The nursing staff seems very resistant to the change. How can the nurse manager help the staff accept the change?
a. Challenge staff's beliefs and values regarding providing quality patient care. b. Use the laissez-faire leadership style to address staff concerns. c. Institute the changes immediately and collectively to decrease anticipation anxiety. d. Hold a unit meeting to discuss how the changes will benefit staff.