If conservative measures are unsuccessful in treating a herniated disk, a(n) __________ may be necessary to remove the posterior arch of the vertebrae, along with the disk
Fill in the blanks with correct word
diskectomy
laminectomy
A diskectomy or laminectomy is performed to decompress the nerve root when other, less inva-sive, methods of treatment are not successful.
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1. Diarrhea 2. Dizziness 3. Headaches 4. Lethargy
A patient will begin using a transdermal preparation of a muscarinic antagonist for overactive bladder (OAB). The nurse teaches the patient what to do if side effects occur. Which statement by the patient indicates the need for further teaching?
a. "I can use sugar-free gum for dry mouth." b. "I may need laxatives for constipation." c. "I should keep the site covered to prevent other people from getting the medicine." d. "I will take Benadryl for any itching caused by a local reaction to the patch."
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Patients at a senior citizen center have asked the nurse to do a presentation on herbal preparations. Which statement would be included in the best plan by the nurse?
1. "Herbal preparations are safe as long as you carefully read the label." 2. "As long as the herbal preparation has been tested in the clinical setting, it is safe." 3. "Herbal preparations actually are drugs; you must be careful with them." 4. "Herbal preparations can be dangerous if you are allergic to them."