If a patient has difficulty swallowing tablets or capsules, have him/her take a drink of water to moisten
the mouth before taking the medication.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
TRUE
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When spinal reflexes involve synapses with interneurons within the spinal cord, what physiological adjustments are made?
A) Coordinate movement and position B) Adjust response and recovery C) Adjust to upright position D) Coordinate balance
Which individual is most likely to have a positive body image?
1) Child who has been deaf since birth 2) Child who was born with cystic fibrosis 3) Adolescent of average appearance who had an appendectomy 4) Adult born with a spinal defect and associated paralysis of the lower body
A child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is prescribed methylphenidate hydrochloride (Ritalin). What should the nurse instruct the parents regarding an adverse effect of this medication?
A) Anorexia B) Sleepiness C) Garbled speech D) Rapid increase in height
The nurse, using an interpreter to communicate with a client from a different culture, is concerned that the client's body language does not match the content the interpreter provides
Which of the following communication issues does this situation describe? 1. Stereotyping 2. Intrinsic distortion 3. Conflict 4. Extrinsic distortion