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N221- Drexel- Hickey- 4. Altered Immunity Review Questions with Correct Answers
Inflammation nonspecific response Dentritic cells Start of the specific immune system. These cells 'present' the antigens of invading microorganisms on their membranes and allow the correct T cells to bind. Dendritic cells are critical to processing and displaying antigens to T lymphocytes. Mature dendritic cells take up antigens when they are encountered in the circulation. Langerhans cells, immature dendritic cells in the skin, carry surface receptors for immunoglobulin and complement, imp...
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N221 Quiz 2- Questions and Correct Answers
The process of medication reconciliation involves all of the following steps EXCEPT: a. verification b. clarification c. reconciliation d. demonstration D. demonstration The nurse is discussing the use of adsorbents such as bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol) with a patient who has diarrhea. The nurse should warn the patient about which possible adverse effect? a. Darkening of the stool b. Urinary retention c. Nausea and vomiting d. Blurred vision A. darkening of the stool A patient became le...
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N221 Antidepressants (exam 3) Practice Questions and Correct Answers
Antidepressant Medications (general info) = Elevate the mood - *Ind.*= Dysthymia (persistent dep. disorder), MDD, alcoholism, schizophrenia, depressive phase of Bipolar, depression accompanied w/ anxiety, chronic pain, PMDD, panic disorder, social phobia, GAD, OCD, bulimia nervosa - *May take up to 2-6 weeks for pt to see full effects/ symptom relief* - *Action*= Increase concentration of Sero, NE and/or Dopa in the body by- 1) blocking the reuptake so it stays in the synapse; 2) increasing the...
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N221 Exam 1 content Exam Questions With Verified And Updated Answers.
N221 Exam 1 content Exam Questions With Verified And Updated Answers. Pharmacology definition - answerScience that studies the effects of drugs within a living system and the effects on living organisms When administering meds the nurse should ALWAYS: - answer- understand all meds before administration (may require research) - know the usual dosage - know the proper route - know side effects and adverse reactions - know major interactions - apply the nursing process at all times 9 rig...
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N221 Module 4 Exam Questions With Verified And Updated Answers.
N221 Module 4 Exam Questions With Verified And Updated Answers. How can the nurse determine a patient's history of allergies? (Select all that apply.) - answerBy looking at the patient's allergy bracelet By asking the patient By looking at the MAR By looking at the front of the chart or in the patient's electronic medical record (EMR) The nurse brings the patient's medications but the patient refuses to take them, stating, "I'll take them later. Right now my stomach feels a little ...
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N221 Module 5 Exam Questions With Verified And Updated Answers.
N221 Module 5 Exam Questions With Verified And Updated Answers. Which medication administration activity can be delegated to nursing assistive personnel (NAP)? - answerApplication of a skin barrier cream to the perineal area The ear canal should be straightened when instilling ear drops to provide direct access to deeper ear structures. In what direction should the auricle be pulled in an infant to straighten the ear canal? - answerDownward and back Why is it important to hold a transderm...
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