Which of the following terms is used to describe the physiologic response of a drug with the receptor to which it is bound?
a. Affinity
b. Agonist
c. Antagonist
d. Partial agonist
Answer: b. Agonist
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What signs of progressive systemic sclerosis does the anonym CREST represent? (Select all that apply.)
a. Calcinosis b. Rash c. Esophageal dysfunction d. Sore joints e. Telangiectasis
A 68-year-old woman tells the nurse that her breasts are sagging, she no longer menstruates, and sexual intercourse is sometimes uncomfortable. What information should the nurse include in responding to this patient?
a. The patient should see a physician because these are not normal changes associated with aging. b. Suggest that the patient try using a wa-ter-soluble lubricant before intercourse. c. Cessation of menses is normal, but the other changes are not. d. Sexual intercourse at this age is not necessary; avoid it if it is uncomfortable.
How might a nurse's approach to health screening differ in forking with early adolescents (ages 12 to 14) and late adolescents (ages 18 to 21)?
a. dietary assessment for the early adolescent, but no dietary assessment for the late adolescent b. sexual activity screening for the late adolescent and not for the early adolescent c. screening for sufficient hours of sleep for early adolescents and not for late adolescents d. caregivers interviewed with early adolescents and not interviewed with late adolescents
A nurse can conduct research funded by a health-related organization as part of a course of study in a Ph.D. program
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.