What is an enteral drug?
A. A drug that is administered via the oral route only.
B. A drug that is given to patients with severe diarrhea.
C. Any drug that is administered via the intravenous route.
D. Any drug that is administered along any portion of the GI tract.
Answer: D. Any drug that is administered along any portion of the GI tract.
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The mental health unit separates from others a male patient who repeatedly talks rapidly, makes sexual comments to female patients, and touches them inappropriately. While reviewing his medical records,
which diagnosis can the nurse best anticipate for this patient? a. Depression b. Schizophrenia c. Alzheimer's disease d. Bipolar disorder
In which instance is the performance of nonemergency medical treatment for a minor permissible without parental consent?
1. The state has a family consent doctrine and a twin brother signs the form. 2. The state has a family consent doctrine and an adult sister signs the form. 3. The proposed treatment has only a minor risk of complication. 4. The state has no family consent doctrine and the patients are out of state.
The pregnant client plans to breast-feed her baby. She asks the nurse about the use of herbal products during breast-feeding. Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?
1. "That should be fine as long as at least 12 hours pass between the time you use the product and when you breast-feed." 2. "Most drugs can be transferred to the infant during breast-feeding, so this is not recommended." 3. "Herbal products are considered natural, so it should be fine to use them during breast-feeding." 4. "Be sure to check the label to see whether the herbal product can be used during breast-feeding."
An example of an explicit cultural behavior is
a. Interpersonal distance b. Body language c. Use of titles d. Perception of health and illness