Which method of administration involves placing a drug under the tongue?
A. oral
B. subcutaneous
C. intranasal
D. sublingual
Answer: D. sublingual
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Which statement made by a staff nurse identifying guidelines for palliative care would need corrected?
a. Basic nursing care is a critical element in palliative care management. b. Common conditions that require palliative management are nausea, agitation, and sleep disturbance. c. Palliative care practices are reserved for the dying client. d. Palliative care practices relieve symptoms that negatively affect the quality of life of a patient.
The primigravida at 22 weeks' gestation has a fundal height palpated slightly below the umbilicus. Which of the following statements would best describe to the client why she needs to be seen by a physician today?
1. "Your baby is growing too much and getting too big." 2. "Your uterus might have an abnormal shape." 3. "The position of your baby can't be felt." 4. "Your baby might not be growing enough."
Which of the following reduce the hearts demand for oxygen by lowering heart rate?
1. Anticoagulants and beta-adrenergic blockers 2. Calcium channel blockers and anticoagulants 3. Organic nitrates and calcium channel blockers 4. Beta-adrenergic blockers and calcium channel blockers
When an electronic thermometer is used to take an oral temperature, the device that is inserted into the patient's mouth is color-coded with a/an ____________________ tip.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).