Which of the following oral agents has the most rapid analgesic onset?
A. naproxen (Naprosyn, Aleve)
B. liquid ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil)
C. diclofenac (Voltaren)
D. enteric-coated naproxen (Naproxen EC)
Answer: B. liquid ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil)
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1. The dose at which 50% of the research animals died 2. A measurement of the potency of the drug 3. The value of relative safety of the drug 4. The dose that produced signs of toxicity in 50% of lab animals
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A) "Sounds as if your surgery is a pretty scary procedure." B) "You have a great surgeon. You have nothing to worry about." C) "You shouldn't be nervous. We perform this procedure every day." D) "The thought of having surgery is keeping you awake."
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a. 2 months old b. 4 months old c. 5 months old d. 6 months old
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a. to influence client's identity b. to enhance client's self-concept c. to gain insight if client is comfortable with his or her identity d. to recall memories of success