What should a patient using a transdermal nicotine patch be instructed not to do?
a. Smoke
b. Drink caffeine
c. Drink alcohol
d. Go out into the sun
ANS: A
A transdermal nicotine patch is used to decrease withdrawal symptoms as part of a smoking cessation program.
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A. Application of either warm or cold packs B. Expression of milk every 1-2 hours C. Ice and elevation of the breast when sitting D. Menthol-based lotion to draw the heat out
What is the statistical test to measure the magnitude of bivariate relationships and to test whether the relationship is significantly different from zero for nominal-level data?
A) Pearson's r B) Spearman's rho C) Kendall's tau D) phi coefficient
Which clinical data noted by the nurse during the shift assessment indicate the pediatric client may be experiencing compartment syndrome? Select all that apply
1. Pink, warm extremity 2. Dorsalis pedis pulse present 3. Prolonged capillary refill time 4. Pain not relieved by pain medication 5. Paresthesia of the leg
The nurse is providing care for a marathon runner who is newly diagnosed with diabetes mellitus. What explanation about exercise is best for the nurse to provide?
a. "You will need to avoid regular exercise since it will lower your blood sugar." b. "You can still exercise, but running is too strenuous for someone with diabetes." c. "You should always take some emergency glucose with you when you are running." d. "Exercise is best done when insulin is peaking, so it is important to know the onset and peak of your type of insulin."