Noncancerous tumors are called ________ tumors.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


benign

Noncancerous tumors are called benign tumors.

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A nurse is caring for a 30-year-old client who is receiving albuterol for asthma. The client complains of feeling dizzy, especially when he stands up after sitting

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A woman has just delivered a stillborn child at 26 weeks' gestation. Which nursing action is appropriate at this time?

1. Remind the mother that she will be able to have another baby in the future. 2. Dress the infant in a gown and swaddle it in a receiving blanket. 3. Ask the woman whether she would like the doctor to prescribe a sedative for her. 4. Remove the baby from the delivery room as soon as possible.

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Alex has developed a severe cough. He visits Dr. Harrison's clinic for a checkup. After a thorough examination, Dr. Harrison instructs him to take a certain opioid drug for its good antitussive activity. Which of the following drugs has Dr. Harrison most likely prescribed?

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