Select the example of PRN administration of a medication. Administer:
1. a hypnotic if the patient cannot sleep.
2. an antacid after each meal.
3. a tapered dose of a glucocorticoid.
4. patient-controlled analgesia.
Correct Answer: 1
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1. Family norms 2. Legal problems 3. Marital patterns 4. Family strengths
The client receives chemotherapy as therapy for cancer. The physician orders epoetin alfa (Procrit) subcutaneously. The client asks the nurse if this drug is also chemotherapy. What is the best response by the nurse?
1. "No, but it works with your chemotherapy to make it more effective." 2. "No, this drug helps to counteract the nausea and vomiting caused by your chemotherapy." 3. "No, it will stimulate your immune system to help you battle the cancer." 4. "No, this drug will help prevent anemia that can be caused by your chemotherapy."
A Gulf War veteran is entering treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder. An important facet of assessment is to
A. ascertain how long ago the trauma occurred. B. find out if the client uses acting out behavior. C. determine use of chemical substances for anxiety relief. D. establish whether the client has chronic hypertension related to high anxiety.
What is the single most preventable cause of death and disease in the United States today?
a. Drug use b. Alcohol addiction c. Cigarette smoking d. Malnutrition