A fracture of one spot on the spine is usually associated with a fracture in other areas of the spine
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Answer: TRUE
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The FDA regulates prescription drugs, but not over-the-counter (OTC) drugs
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
A nurse discussing home medications with a client taking cyclobenzoprine (Flexeril) since a motor vehicle accident left him paralyzed 3 months earlier, determines further teaching is required with which client statement?
A. "This medication helps my muscles relax so I don't have as many spasms." B. "I've been taking this medication since I was paralyzed." C. "I have trouble emptying my bladder sometimes, which might be due to my injury or to the medication." D. "Now that it is getting to be spring, I'll need to take my antihistamines."
An older adult client informs the nurse that he takes over-the-counter chewable antacid tablets frequently when he has a sour stomach. Knowing that he chews these tablets regularly, what education should the nurse provide?
a. Avoid taking the chewable antacid tablets within 2 hours of any other drugs. b. Avoid taking chewable antacid tablets within 2 hours of food intake. c. Chewable antacid tablets must be kept refrigerated. d. Avoid sunlight when taking chewable antacid tablets.
Which system has the main function of the body's defense?
A. endocrine B. skeletal C. lymphatic D. integumentary