In what similar broad categories are antipsychotic drugs listed? (Select all that apply.)
1. Phenothiazines
2. Anticholinergics
3. Thioxanthenes
4. Benzodiazepines
1, 3
Antipsychotic drugs are chemically and pharmacologically similar and grouped into the two broad categories of phenothiazines and thioxanthenes.
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When planning client care, which folk belief that may affect health-care practices should a nurse identify as characteristic of the Latino American culture?
1. The root doctor is often the first contact made when illness is encountered. 2. The yin and yang practitioner is often the first contact made when illness is encountered. 3. The shaman is often the first contact made when illness is encountered. 4. The curandero is often the first contact made when illness is encountered.
The nurse is caring for an older adult client diagnosed with chronic kidney disease. The client reports no bowel movement in the past 2 days
Based on this data, which condition is the client at an increased risk for developing? A) Metabolic acidosis B) Hypercalcemia C) Increased serum creatinine levels D) Hyperkalemia
Children with diabetes should be involved in self-care as soon as emotionally and physiologically capable
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
The nursing student learns that not all drugs produce effects by binding to a receptor. Which drugs do not act through receptors?
A. Antacids B. Analgesics C. Antihistamines D. Steroid hormones