An Alzheimer's patient was started on medication for this condition, and the physician also suggested that he should take OTC Ginkgo. The nurse explains to the patient that this product will:
1. Improve blood flow to extremities.
2. Stop hot flashes and night sweats.
3. Decrease gas formation in the stomach.
4. Improve bowel movements.
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Ginkgo is an option in patients with Alzheimer's disease who are also receiving medical care. It improves blood flow to the brain and extremities and reduces capillary fragility.
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The nurse would interpret this change as meaning that the patient: a. is responding to therapy, and the current treatment can continue. b. is responding, but slowly, and her treatment plan should be changed. c. has unrealistic expectations and will always need to avoid cats. d. is deteriorating and requires medication and more intensive therapy.
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A) The patient will have no recollection of the surgical procedure. B) The patient will not have to be intubated. C) The patient will experience better pain control than if general anesthesia were used. D) PNB can be reversed immediately if the need arises.
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a. anakinra (Kineret). b. etanercept (Enbrel). c. doxycycline (Vibramycin). d. methotrexate (Rheumatrex).