Nitroglycerine should be kept in a dark bottle, renewed every 6 months, placed under a moist tongue and never swallowed and taken q 5 minutes up to 3 doses (call 911 if not effective after 3rd dose)
a. true
b. false
Answer: a. true
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1. pneumonia 2. urinary tract infection 3. surgical wound infection 4. intravenous site infection
When administering medications to older adults, the nurse shows an understanding of the effect of aging on drug distribution by monitoring the patient's
a. cardiac function. b. liver function. c. red blood cell count. d. plasma albumin levels.
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A) The nurse gives the child laxatives to evacuate the colon B) The nurse encourages the child and family to express their fears C) The nurse administers oral fluids to prevent dehydration D) The nurse applies a heating pad to the abdomen to manage pain