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A) It depletes norepinephrine and serotonin. B) It prevents histamine from acting on target tissues. C) It catalyzes the enzymatic oxidation of uric acid. D) It raises the seizure threshold by impairing vitamin D.
The nurse is developing the discharge plan for a woman who has had a left-sided radical mastectomy. The nurse is including instructions for ways to minimize lymphedema. Which suggestion would most likely increase the woman's symptoms?
A) "Wear gloves when you are doing any gardening." B) "Have your blood pressure taken in your right arm." C) "Wear clothing with elasticized sleeves." D) "Avoid driving to and from work every day."
The school nurse is planning a presentation on pregnancy for 13- and 14-year-olds who are currently pregnant. What should the nurse keep in mind when planning the content of this presentation? These teens are:
A. Working on independence and autonomy. B. No longer developing a sense of achievement. C. Confident in their own identity. D. In long-term, intimate relationships.
The client is prescribed propranolol (Inderal) for migraine headache prophylaxis. The nurse prepares discharge instructions based on the fact that propranolol (Inderal) belongs to which class of medication?
1. Beta blocker 2. Calcium channel blocker 3. Ergot alkaloid 4. Triptan