The reappearance of symptoms in even stronger form after a drug dose has worn off is termed the ________ effect.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
rebound
The reappearance of symptoms in even stronger form after a drug dose has worn off is called the rebound effect.
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a. family request. b. patient request. c. medical certification. d. referral by a hospice nurse.
After a course of chemotherapy for cancer of the throat, an older adult patient is admitted to the hospital with persistent nausea and vomiting. The nurse should initially assess the patient for
a. weight loss and weak gag reflex. b. anemia and poor muscle tone. c. oral inflammation and ulceration. d. dehydration and infection.
Which scenario suggests abruptio placentae?
a. Ultrasound showing the placenta implanted in the lower uterine segment b. Painless, bright-red bleeding in the last 3 months of pregnancy c. Tender, rigid uterus in the last trimester d. Bleeding at 12 weeks
A patient is admitted to the intensive care unit for congestive heart failure
Using the situation–background–assessment–recommendation (SBAR) format, put the following statements in the order in which the nurse should report changes to the health care team. a. Our patient was admitted 2 days ago with heart failure and has been receiving furosemide (Lasix) for diuresis, but his urine output has been low. b. I think that our patient needs to be evaluated immediately and may need intubation and mechanical ventilation. c. This is the nurse on the surgical unit. I am calling about our patient in room 3. After assessing him, I am very concerned about his shortness of breath. d. Today, our patient has crackles audible throughout the posterior chest and his O2 saturation is 89%. His condition is very unstable.