You are caring for a 68-year-old patient with an altered level of consciousness and reported seizure activity. You obtain a blood pressure of 244/140 mmHg, a pulse of 90, and respirations of 18. Which of the following medications would be most suitable for this patient?
A) Minoxidil (Loniten)
B) Hydralizine (Apresoline)
C) Enalapril (Vasotec)
D) Nitroprusside (Nipride)
D
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a. abducted. b. adducted. c. pronated. d. supinated.
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A) lowest B) highest C) lowest occupied D) highest occupied
Each of the following dental materials might not be imaged on a dental radiograph or may be only slightly visible EXCEPT one. Which one is the EXCEPTION?
a. Acrylic resins b. Sealants c. Silver points d. Base materials
What is the purpose of formularies?
A) to eliminate therapeutic effect B) to increase therapeutic cost C) to eliminate duplication D) to provide prescribers with a list of drugs that may have longer half-lives