Which drug classification may cause cardiac dysrhythmias, hypertension, convulsions, and violent behavior if they are not prescribed appropriately?
A. anticholinergics
B. hormone replacement therapy
C. CNS stimulants
D. CNS depressants
Answer: C
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A) Heparin is contraindicated in the treatment of this patient. B) Heparin may be administered subcutaneously, but not IV. C) Lower doses of heparin are required for this patient. D) Coumadin will be substituted for heparin.
What percentage of Medicare dollars are thought to be expended on care provided in the last year of life?
1. A little less than 10% 2. More than 25% 3. At least 40% 4. Just under 60%
The nurse reviewing records should determine that which client's lab values are associated with the highest risk of developing heart disease?
A. Total 200, LDL 104, HDL 30 B. Total 210, LDL 135, HDL 58 C. Total 220, LDL 162, HDL 20 D. Total 186, LDL 125, HDL 54
Which question would be most effective in helping a client with an adjustment disorder identify the event that preceded her difficulty?
1. "Can you tell me about your support system?" 2. "Have you been in therapy before?" 3. "What has happened in your recent past?" 4. "How do you handle problems in your life?"