Butterfly catheters are MOST useful for adult patients who require:
A. cannulation of a scalp vein.
B. large fluid volumes.
C. blood drawing only.
Answer: C. blood drawing only.
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a. Problem-solving skills b. A calm external manner c. Ability to cross service systems d. Knowledge of psychopharmacology
A nursing student is preparing a class presentation about CNS stimulants and their uses. After completing the presentation, the student determines that additional explanation is necessary when the class identifies
which of the following as a CNS stimulant? A) Anorexiant B) Amphetamine C) Antipsychotic D) Analeptic
The client tells the nurse that he or she plans to take St. John's wort to treat his or her depression. What is the best response by the nurse?Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
A. "That should be fine as long as you are not suicidal." B. "St. John's wort is successfully used in Europe for minor depression." C. "It would be a good idea to try this before paying for a prescription medication." D. "It would be better to have a psychiatric assessment first." E. "Herbal preparations can interact with many other medications."
Which of the following events is best referred to as degranulation of the mast cell?
A. The contact of an antigen with the skin or lungs B. The production of antibodies by white blood cells C. The exposure of mast cells to IgE D. The release of mast cell contents