A nurse explains to a patient that nitroglycerin patches should be applied in the morning and removed in the evening. This medication schedule reduces the potential for
A) adverse effects.
B) nitrate dependence.
C) nitrate tolerance.
D) toxic effects.
B
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The nurse at a long-term care facility is assessing each of the residents. Which resident most likely faces the greatest risk for aspiration?
A) A resident who suffered a severe stroke several weeks ago B) A resident with mid-stage Alzheimer's disease C) A 92-year-old resident who needs extensive help with ADLs D) A resident with severe and deforming rheumatoid arthritis
The nurse is performing a skin assessment on a client that is admitted to the hospital and observes an area over the left heel that is reddened but intact. How would the nurse stage this pressure sore?
A) Stage I B) Stage II C) Stage III D) Stage IV
How is hypersensitivity best defined?
a. A disturbance in the immunologic tolerance of self-antigens b. An immunologic reaction of one person to the tissue of another person c. An altered immunologic response to an antigen that results in disease d. An undetectable immune response in the presence of antigens
The process of exchanging gases through the alveolar capillary membrane is known as
a. Disassociation. b. Diffusion. c. Perfusion. d. Ventilation.