Genetic testing has revealed that woman of European origin lacks CYP2D6 activity. This fact is likely to have an influence on which aspect of pharmacokinetics?
A) Excretion
B) Distribution
C) Metabolism
D) Absorption
C
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An older client with a speech deficit from a previous stroke is admitted for a repair of a hip fracture. Which techniques will the nurse use to assess this client's pain level? Select all that apply.
1. Ask to describe the level of pain. 2. Observe for tense body posturing. 3. Listen for sounds such as groaning. 4. Notice changes in appetite or sleep. 5. Observe facial expressions such as grimacing.
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The nurse is caring for a patient who experienced a stroke leaving the left side of the body paralyzed. The patient says, "I can still bathe myself," but the nurse performs the bath to make certain the patient gets clean
What ethical principles is the nurse violating with this behavior? Select all that apply. a. Beneficence b. Fidelity c. Autonomy d. Veracity e. Nonmaleficence