An 82-year-old AD patient has a cold and complains of stuffiness and a runny nose. If the patient also takes a cholinesterase inhibitor, the nurse should remember to avoid using which type of drugs to relieve the cold symptoms?
1. Antihistamines
2. Nasal decongestants
3. Systemic decongestants
4. Saline nasal sprays
Correct Answer: 1
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Which of the following is the basis for any American citizen to feel comfortable expressing an opinion on a political issue?
a. Amendments to the Constitution b. Articles of the Constitution of the United States c. Declaration of Independence d. Gettysburg Address
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