Which characteristic response to stimulant drugs increases their potential for abuse?

A. They are not habit-forming.
B. They have sedating qualities.
C. They increase general metabolism
D. Their use is not controlled by the DEA.


C
Stimulants tend to increase mental awareness and general metabolism. One of the major reasons that they are abused is to control weight through the increase in metabolism. Their use is regu-lated by the DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration).

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A nurse is closely monitoring a patient who has recently been diagnosed with an abdominal aortic aneurysm. What assessment finding would signal an impending rupture of the patient's aneurysm?

A) Sudden increase in blood pressure and a decrease in heart rate B) Cessation of pulsating in an aneurysm that has previously been pulsating visibly C) Sudden onset of severe back or abdominal pain D) New onset of hemoptysis

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The client's partner is holding the day-old infant and talking quietly to him. The client asks if it is possible for the newborn to focus on his father's eyes. The nurse's best response is, "Yes. Your infant is exhibiting:

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The nurse needs to complete mandatory continuing education on client safety as part of a regulatory requirement for the hospital. Which computerized approach should the nurse consider to complete this required education?

1. Complete a computerized tutorial on client safety 2. Read information on safety from a web site 3. Review the online hospital policies about client safety 4. Complete a literature review on client safety

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