Adverse effects of thioridazine (Mellaril) and cimetidine (Tagamet), in the elderly, include which of the following?

A) hypotension
B) confusion
C) renal toxicity
D) ototoxicity


B) confusion
Adverse effects of thioridazine (Mellaril) and cimetidine (Tagamet), in the elderly, include confusion. Elderly people may also experience confusion, along with liver dysfunction, malnutrition, and falls because of polypharmacy.

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The mortality rate for VAP associated with prolonged hospital stays is which of the following?

a. 5-25% b. 15-40% c. 25-50% d. 45-75%

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In the patient information packet, the office ________ policy should be included in the Patient Confidentiality Statement section. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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The scientific "gold standard" of observational study designs in epidemiology is known as the _______________ study.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Transferring the patient to a receiving staff member occurs during the ________ phase.

a. arrival b. transport c. delivery d. postrum

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