The nurse is administering long-acting insulin once a day that provides insulin coverage for 24 hours. This insulin is _________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


Lantus

Lantus is a long-acting synthetic (recombinant DNA origin, human-made) human insulin. It is used once a day at bedtime and works around the clock for 24 hours.

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Which drug of choice should the nurse anticipate administering to a patient with severe new onset pain due to trigeminal neuralgia?

A) Gabapentin B) Carbamazepine C) Baclofen D) Phenytoin

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Remedies for back pain in pregnancy that are supported by research evidence and may safely be taught to any pregnant woman by the nurse include: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected

Select all that apply. 1. Pelvic tilt. 2. Water aerobics. 3. Sit-ups. 4. Proper body mechanics. 5. Maintaining good posture.

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You find a victim lying on his right side. He is breathing and has a pulse. However, he is bleed-ing from his right leg. You should do which of the following?

a. Begin chest compressions. b. Try to control the bleeding. c. Give him fluids. d. Begin rescue breathing.

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