Which of the following combinations of drugs has been found to be effective in managing the pain associated with musculoskeletal and soft tissue inflammation?
a. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and opioids
b. NSAIDs and antidepressants
c. Opioid agonists and opioid antagonists
d. Adjuvants and partial agonists
A
The use of NSAIDs in combination with opioids is indicated in patients with acute musculoskeletal and soft tissue inflammation.
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a. Support systems. b. Circulatory status. c. Socioeconomic status. d. Psychological wellness.
A patient in shock is receiving an infusion of dopamine when it is discovered that an extravasation has occurred. What drug should be on standby for this occurrence?
A) Phenylephrine B) Propranolol C) Phenylalanine D) Phentolamine
The final step in strategic management is to evaluate the outcomes of the strategic planning process and the implementation of strategy. Place the steps of the evaluation component in order:
a. Identify strengths and weaknesses internal to the organization. b. Shape strategies into a strategic plan on which strategic management is based. c. Establish priorities for the critical issues so that strategies are based on the priority issues. d. Analyze strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats for their impact on the organiza-tion. e. Analyze components for the purpose of drafting a picture of the critical features of the or-ganization.
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A) "Mammograms are just better." B) "Mammograms can detect cysts or tumors too small to palpate." C) "Mammograms provide a baseline that shows changes in breast tissue." D) "Mammograms provide a reassurance that the breast is free of cancer."