You are treating an unconscious 39-year-old man who overdosed on heroin. You are unable to establish an IV line because his veins are severely sclerosed, and your protocols do not allow for IO cannulation. You should:
A. intubate the patient and give Narcan via the ET tube.
B. administer naloxone via the mucosal atomizer device.
C. assist ventilations and transport immediately.
D. use the subcutaneous route to administer Narcan.
Answer: B. administer naloxone via the mucosal atomizer device.
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Which of the following statements made by an abusive family member in a counseling session indicates that the individual has learned positive coping skills?
1. "I feel more prepared to care for my father now that I know where to go for assistance." 2. "I am so sorry I lost control; it will never happen again." 3. "From now on I will make sure that my father's needs are met." 4. "Now that I realize I treated my father unfairly, I will change my ways."
A pregnant patient reports using marijuana during her pregnancy. She asks the nurse whether this will affect the fetus. What should the nurse tell her?
a. Children born to patients who use mari-juana will have smaller brains. b. Neonates born to patients who use mari-juana will have withdrawal syndromes. c. Preschool-aged children born to patients who use marijuana are more likely to be hyperactive. d. School-aged children born to patients who use marijuana often have difficulty with memory.
The side effect of certain psychiatric medications that results in muscle spasms that force the eyes into a fixed, usually upward gaze is called ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Physical therapy for respiratory patients that involves the tapping of various body organs and structures is termed ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).