The principle of self-determination concerns whether participation in a study was coerced
A) True
B) False
A
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A) Peak inspiratory pressure varies from breath to breath and must be monitored closely. B) Amount of pressure depends on patient's lung compliance and patient-ventilator resistance factors. C) The device fits like a tortoise shell, forming a seal over the chest. D) Exhaled tidal volume must be monitored closely. E) Volume varies based on changes in resistance or compliance. F) Small tidal volumes are used at frequencies greater than 100 breaths/minute.
The nurse would administer acetaminophen instead of ibuprofen if which effect was not desired?
1. Anti-inflammatory effects 2. Analgesic effects 3. Antipyretic effects 4. Antipyretic and anti-inflammatory effects
The nurse is caring for a patient with a nasogastric tube in place. What interventions would the nurse perform to reduce the risk of clogging the feeding tube? (Select all that apply.)
a. Use the smallest barrel syringe possible to reduce the pressure in the tube. b. Mix medication with feedings to thoroughly dilute the medication. c. Flush the tube liberally with water before, between, and after each medication instillation. d. Use the largest barrel syringe possible to reduce the pressure in the tube. e. Crush solid medications thoroughly and mix them in water before administration.
A client diagnosed with hypertension has had well-controlled follow-up of her blood pressure for the past 6 months. At today's clinic appointment, the client's blood pressure is 98/58
The client insists she has been taking her prescribed antihypertensive medication as prescribed, but also added an "herbal" tablet because she heard it was supposed to be good for her. Which is most likely interfering with the client's antihypertensive? 1. Valerian 2. Milk thistle 3. Ginseng 4. Garlic