Which type of drug name is used mainly by drug developers and manufacturers, and not by prescribers?
a. Generic name
b. Brand or trade name
c. Chemical name
d. Proprietary name
C
Chemical names are long and contain the exact chemical composition of the drug. It does not indicate a drug category or use.
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The nurse is completing an admission assessment. The assessment form allows for the separation of subjective and objective data. Which data is considered subjective?
Select all that apply. 1. The client's mother informs the nurse that her daughter has not been sleeping due to pain. 2. The client states, "I have pain in my belly that is 7 out of 10." 3. Abdominal assessment reveals a firm, hard abdomen. 4. The client is weak and looks very pale. 5. The client appears nervous during the data collection period.
Urinary anti-infectives are used only to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs). What causes urinary anti-infectives to be so effective in treating UTIs?
A) They sterilize feces. B) They act specifically within the urinary tract. C) They reach high plasma levels in a short period of time. D) They are excreted through the liver.
A client is recovering from a gastrectomy. Which information should the nurse include when providing discharge teaching to this client?
a. There is risk of pernicious anemia so regular vitamin B12 injections will be needed b. The risk of dehydration can be reduced with vitamin C supplements along with plenty of water c. The risk of skin changes can be reduced with vitamin E supplements to prevent damage from free radicals d. There is a risk for generalized vitamin deficiency so it is important to take a daily vitamin supplement in the morning to promote absorption
Bethany is studying for her finals in medical-surgical. She is on the chapter of gastrointestinal disorders. She comes to you for tutoring because she is having a difficult time with diverticulosis and diverticulitis
a. What can you tell her about the two disorders? b. What are the presenting symptoms? c. Are they medically managed the same? Is treatment the same for both?