Which of the following drugs is contraindicated in asthma patients?
A. Digitalis
B. Propranolol
C. Calcium chloride
D. Epinephrine
Answer: B. Propranolol
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A very busy day is planned at a community health fair, and a nurse spends time greeting and meeting each person who walks in. Which of the following best describes the rationale for this action?
a. To distribute evaluation forms immediately so the participants can fill in the appropriate answers after each interaction with a professional b. To immediately establish a friendly relationship and a level of trust c. To make sure everyone knew who was sponsoring this free event d. To most efficiently send the person to the area consistent with his or her apparent health need
What is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take when a patient with ulcerative colitis develops excessive episodes of bloody diarrhea?
A) Send a stool sample to the laboratory to rule out infectious causes. B) Encourage increased fluid intake to prevent dehydration. C) Administer anti-inflammatory drugs to reduce inflammation. D) Call the physician, as this is a life-threatening condition.
The neck should be inspected in a neutral straight position and:
A) In a flexed position. B) As the patient swallows. C) In a lateral position. D) As the patient holds his or her breath.
Latex allergy is suspected in a child with spina bifida. Appropriate nursing interventions include which action?
a. Avoid using any latex product. b. Use only nonallergenic latex products. c. Administer medication for long-term desensitization. d. Teach family about long-term management of asthma.