Which of the following outrage factors causes the public to feel more outrage?
a. Preventable
b. Chronic
c. Morally irrelevant
d. Controlled by others
ANS: D
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a. drugs that are similar and produce similar effects on the body. b. drug detoxification. c. half the time it takes for the drug to be metabolized out of the system. d. the time that it takes for the drug to be effective.
Donald has been diagnosed with hyperlipidemia. Based on his lipid profile, atorvastatin is prescribed. Rhabdomyolysis is a rare but serious adverse response to this drug. Donald should be told to:
1. Become a vegetarian because this disorder is associated with eating red meat. 2. Stop taking the drug if abdominal cramps and diarrhea develop. 3. Report muscle weakness or tenderness and dark urine to his provider immediately. 4. Expect "hot flash" sensations during the first 2 weeks of therapy.
A nursing instructor is holding a lecture on environmental health and explains that gene environment interaction
A. Can directly cause diabetes, pulmonary disease, and breast cancer B. Can change the expression of a genetic trait and alter physical aspects C. Can have either a protective influence or increase risk for many diseases D. Does not demonstrate any noticeable effect from the environment
A client entering the hospital for a prostatectomy questions whether he should take his normal medications for myasthenia gravis prior to coming to the hospital. In particular, he needs to know when to take his ambenonium (Mytelase)
Which action by the nurse is the most appropriate? 1. Advise him to hold the medication. 2. Advise him to take his medication as scheduled. 3. Ask if he is able to empty his bladder prior to taking his medication. 4. Consult with the urologist performing the case.