The nurse administers a narcotic by intramuscular injection for postoperative pain. How much time does the nurse use to estimate the expected time of pain relief for the client?
1. 5 minutes
2. 15 minutes
3. 30 minutes
4. 60 minutes
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3. The nurse instructs the client to expect pain relief within 30 minutes. The nurse returns to the client after 30 minutes to re-evaluate the client's pain and expects the client to report a lower pain level.
1, 2, and 4. Oral medication works within 1 hour and IV medication works within 15 minutes. Although it is possible, most IV injections take more than 5 minutes to work.
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a. "Sure you can. Purchase a prom dress one size larger to hide the ostomy appliance." b. "The pouch won't be as noticeable if you avoid broccoli and carbonated drinks prior to the prom." c. "Let's talk to the enterostomal therapist about options for ostomy supplies and dress styles." d. "You can remove the pouch from your ostomy appliance when you are at the prom so that it is less noticeable."
Which of the following descriptions best summarizes fluid homeostasis?
A) Almost every body organ and system helps maintain homeostasis. B) The cardiovascular and renal systems primarily maintain homeostasis. C) Homeostasis is maintained through intra- and extracellular exchange. D) Homeostasis is maintained by the arterioles, capillaries, and venules.
When discussing elder abuse with a senior citizen group, which of the following would the community health include?
A) Older men experienced abuse at a higher rate than elderly women. B) Types of elder abuse include physical abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, and exploitation. C) The majority of cases of elder abuse are perpetrated by persons unknown to the victim. D) Elders with dementia are less likely to be abused since they have less social interactions.
Which of the following is an example of a predisposing factor that might contribute to the development of an illness?
A) A tumor B) Radiation exposure C) A metabolic disorder D) Heredity