One specific vitamin is known to prevent up to 70% of birth defects of the central nervous system, called neural tube defects. Which vitamin should all women who are at risk for getting pregnant have daily in their diet?
A) Iodine
B) Zinc
C) Folic acid
D) Vitamin A
Ans: C
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1) Notify the prescriber immediately. 2) Take the medication with food. 3) Take the medication with 8 ounces of water. 4) Take the medication before bedtime.
A researcher is designing a fully randomized clinical trial. What must a fully randomized clinical trial contain? (Select all that apply.)
a. Random collection of data in both groups b. Random operationalization of the dependent variable c. Random assignment to group d. Random selection e. Random application of the independent variable
Which options reflect what the nurse should consider prior to administering medication? Choose all that are correct
1. Correct, common dosage for this patient 2. Action of the medication 3. Signs of untoward reaction to the medication 4. Cost of the medication 5. Whether the patient's insurance covers the medication
It is determined that the client will need pharmacological treatment to assist with the client's sleep patterns. The nurse anticipates that treatment with an anxiety-reducing, relaxa-tion-promoting medication will include the use of:
1. Barbiturates 2. Amphetamines 3. Benzodiazepines 4. Tricyclic antidepressants