Under which circumstance would the nurse expect a combination of antibiotics to be used?
a. For a patient with tuberculosis
b. When a single organism has been identified
c. For a patient with allergies to one of the drugs used
d. When there is a concern about enhancing resistance
a
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An antihypertensive medication has been prescribed for an older patient with hypertension. The patient tells a clinic nurse that he would like to take an herbal substance to help lower his blood pressure instead of the prescription medication
Which of the following should the nurse do? (Select all that apply.) a. Tell the patient that herbal substances are less effective than prescription medica-tions b. Encourage the patient to discuss the use of an herbal substance with his primary care provider c. Explore with the patient which herbal substance he is planning on taking d. Educate the patient on possible interac-tions of the herbal substance with his other medications e. Instruct the patient not to take the herbal substance, as it is dangerous
A nurse provides a screening for school-aged children to screen for hearing deficits. Which of the following is being demonstrated by the nurse?
a. Primary prevention b. Secondary prevention c. Tertiary prevention d. Health promotion
Which of the following is the best statement by the nurse regarding dietary supplements commonly used by athletes?
1. "Much of the research done with these dietary supplements can be generalized to the public. " 2. "They can prevent certain health conditions.". 3. "The Food and Drug Administration regulates their product testing procedures.". 4. "There is no actual proof that they are safe or effective.".
Identify a function of the pons.
A. It controls body temperature and water balance. B. It regulates the emotional and behavioral responses of the body. C. It regulates reflexes such as vomiting, coughing, swallowing, and gagging. D. It serves as a relay station for nerve fibers traveling to other brain areas.