A first-line prophylactic treatment option for the prevention of tension-type headache is:
A. nortriptyline.
B. verapamil.
C. carbamazepine.
D. valproate.
Answer: A. nortriptyline.
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What activities are performed by the public health nurse engaged in the process surveillance?
A) Providing direct care to patients in a clinic B) Administering vaccinations in an elementary school C) Collecting data from occupational health records D) Providing community education on dangers of lead poisoning in children
List five physical changes that you should report to the nurse as death approaches.
What will be an ideal response?
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