Ethosuximide is the preferred drug for managing absence seizures
a. true
b. false
Ans: a. true
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a. Long-term care facility employees b. Privately paid caregivers c. Family members who are living with the older adult d. Con artists who target older adults
A nurse is caring for a patient who has suffered an unstable thoracolumbar fracture. Which of the following is the priority during nursing care?
A) Preventing infection B) Maintaining spinal alignment C) Maximizing function D) Preventing increased intracranial pressure
The nurse is providing teaching about lifestyle changes for an older client with BPH. Which statement made by the client indicates further teaching is required?
1. "I will avoid drinking alcohol." 2. "I will increase the fiber in my diet." 3. "I will decrease my intake of fluids." 4. "I will no longer take any antihistamines."
An 18-month-old infant is brought into the emergency room with several recent cigarette burns on his chest and legs. He cannot move his left arm, which is edematous. What is the nurse's legal responsibility in this case?
a. Do nothing immediately but plan to check the child carefully if it occurs again. b. Notify the attending physician or the emergency room supervisor. c. Tell the mother that he or she suspects abuse and chastise her about her actions. d. Since the nurse only has suspicions, re-member that an individual is innocent until proven guilty.