What term is used to describe the action that occurs when naloxone blocks an opioid?
a. Agonist
b. Antagonist
c. Partial antagonist
d. Receptor
Answer: b. Antagonist
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a. Cramping when walking c. Pulmonary embolism b. Thrombophlebitis d. Cordlike veins
The nurse is assisting a patient with a peptic ulcer to select his dinner menu. Which beverage would be most appropriate?
A) Vanilla milkshake B) Decaffeinated coffee C) Unsweetened iced tea D) Room temperature grape juice
During the 1970s, the nursing profession viewed itself as a scientific discipline evolving toward a theoretically based practice focusing on the client. Which stage of theory and philosophy development is this the correct description?
A) Silent knowledge B) Received knowledge C) Subjective knowledge D) Procedural knowledge
Which information should the nurse include in the education for a female client prescribed sulfasalazine (Azulfidine)?
A. "A headache is a common adverse effect." B. "You can divide the daily dose throughout the day to decrease the adverse effects." C. "You may experience infertility only during the prescribed treatment." D. "You can crush your tablets and mix it in juice." E. "If you are outdoors be sure you use a strong sunscreen."