Which of the following drug classification may be ordered by the doctor prior to administration of a topical medication if a painful skin condition exists?
A. analgesic
B. antipruritic
C. astringent
D. corticosteroid
Answer: A
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a. "On your stomach with your head turned to the side." b. "On your side, keeping the legs bent and the head arched back." c. "On your back with your legs extended straight out." d. "On your side with the knees bent and the head close to the knees."
Which test would be used to assess blood vessels and blood flow in the body?
a. CT scan c. MRA b. MRI d. MRCP
Leading causes of chronic renal failure include diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and:
a. urolithiasis c. hepatotoxic drugs b. congestive heart failure d. glomerulonephritis
A married patient who lives in a rural area is 8 months pregnant and reports to the nurse that her house is "rather primitive." The couple cooks and heats using propane, does not have indoor plumbing, and lives along the bank of a stream
What would be the most appropriate nursing intervention for this family? A) Baby-proof the house B) Teach the patient to avoid using the stove or heater without ventilation C) Screen for genetically transmitted diseases D) Encourage timely immunizations