Antidote for warfarin overdose
a. Valproic acid requires hepatic monitoring
b. Valproic acid has the lowest seizure relapse rate when discontinued
c. Valproic acid is also used in migraine therapy
d. Valproic acid is also used in bipolar disorder therapy
Answer: b. Valproic acid has the lowest seizure relapse rate when discontinued
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A) Document the color of the patient's palms and face during each visit. B) Follow the patient's erythrocyte sedimentation rate over time. C) Document the patient's response to erythropoietin injections. D) Follow the trends of the patient's hematocrit.
In preparation for a health fair the nurse wants to explain the role of ancient civilizations on water purification. Which civilizations should the nurse highlight as being advocates for clean water supplies? (Select all that apply.)
1. Aztecs. 2. Greeks. 3. Romans. 4. Germans. 5. Egyptians.
In order to deliver culturally competent healthcare, the healthcare practitioner should
A) be able to speak the language of the client. B) approach clients of a particular ethnic group in the same manner. C) use standardized assessment instruments in health evaluations. D) know prevalence, incidence, and risk factors for diseases specific to different ethnic groups.
The function of self-concept in human beings is to serve as a frame of reference that:
A) sets limits for cognitive ability. B) processes external stimuli from the environment. C) evaluates events as they are occurring in life. D) influences how one handles life situations.