In a discussion about drug abuse, a family member asks the nurse about huffing. The nurse should explain that this form of inhalation of solvents involves:
a. pouring solvent into a plastic bag and inhaling the vapor.
b. pouring solvent on a rag and inhaling the vapor.
c. inhaling the solvent directly from its container.
d. spraying the solvent directly into the nasal passage.
b
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Which of the following best describes the most important factor in legislation?
a. The amount of financing and lobbying behind each choice b. The beliefs, attitudes, and values of the policy c. The preferences of the majority of American voters d. The president's ongoing encouragement for one particular choice
A patient with angina is beginning nitroglycerin. Before administering the drug, the nurse informs the patient that, immediately after administration, the patient may experience what?
A) Nervousness or paresthesia B) Throbbing headache or dizziness C) Drowsiness or blurred vision D) Tinnitus or diplopia
A patient with bipolar disorder has been prescribed lithium. Which is the priority nursing intervention?
1. Assist the patient in developing self-determination. 2. Discuss environmental modifications. 3. Change medications to control side effects. 4. Teach the patient about the medication.
Your patient begins medication therapy for hypertension. What reason is MOST likely to make your scheduled teaching plan change for this patient?
1. The patient's outlook for his condition changes. 2. The patient writes down some of the information. 3. The patient has no questions after being taught. 4. The patient's condition changes with therapy.