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A patient has liver and kidney disease. He is given a medication with a half-life of 30 hours. What is the expected duration of this medication? A.increase. B.decrease. C.remain unchanged. D.dissipate. - correct answer A A nurse is to administer a dose of furosemide (Lasix). The nurse is aware that Lasix is the ________ for the drug. • A.generic name B.chemical name C.nonproprietary name D.brand name - correct answer D When assessing older adults and those with renal d...

Nexium - correct answer Generic Name: esomeprazol Classification: proton pump inhibitor Uses: treat symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other conditions involving excessive stomach acid. Side Effects: dizziness, confusion;fast or uneven heart rate;jerking muscle movements; ADULT DOSE:20 mg or 40 mg esomeprazole given once daily by intravenous injection Lipitor - correct answer Generic Name: ATORVASTATIN Classification: HMG-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR Uses:reduce...

ADDITIVE DRUG REACTION - correct answer combined effect of two drugs is equal to the sum of each drug given alone SYNERGISTIC DRUG REACTION - correct answer drugs interact with each other and produce an effect that is greater than the sum of their separate actions ANTAGONISTIC DRUG REACTION - correct answer one drug interferes with the action of another, causing neutralization or a decrease in the effect of one drug ABSORPTION - correct answer moves drug particles wi...

albuterol - correct answer (SABA) short acting beta 2 receptor agonist, used for bronchospasm, acute symptoms of asthma acetaminophen - correct answer centrally acting cox inhibitor; analgesic and antipyretic properties; no antiinflammatory,antirheumatic properties acyclovir - correct answer Antimetabolite for Treating Herpes Simplex Virus & Varicella-Zoster Virus Infections; MOAs: Purine necleoside analog: DNA polymerase inhibitor, suppresses synthesis of viral DNA, resist...

Which information is of highest priority when obtaining a pharmacologic history from a patient? a. Allergies b.Use of over-the-counter medications c. Home remedy use d. Alcohol intake - correct answer a. allergies During the implementation phase of the nursing process, which action will the nurse perform when administering medications? a. Switch the route of administration based on drug availability. b. Call the patient by name when entering the room to verify the drug is...

Pharmacology Definition - correct answer the study of drugs and their interactions with the human body Drug definition - correct answer any chemical agent that affects living protoplasm Adverse Drug Reaction (ADR) - correct answer any response to a drug which is harmful and unintended occurs at doses used for prophylaxis, diagnosis, or treatment side effects, drug allergies ,and drug interactions Pharmacokinetics processes - correct answer the absorption, distr...

Drug - correct answer Any substance that is taken to cure, or reduce symptoms of a medical condition. Pharmacology - correct answer The study of medicine. Pharmacotherapy/Pharmacotherapeutics - correct answer Application of drugs for the purpose of disease prevention and treatment of suffering. Indications and Contraindications - correct answer The conditions for which a drug is approved are its indications. Every drug has at least one indication. Some drugs are used...

1. The study of drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion is known as A. pharmacotherapeutics B. pharmacodynamics C. pharmacokinetics D. pharmacy E. posology - correct answer C 2. The medical situation when a particular drug should not be administered is referred to as A. side effect B. adverse effect C. drug allergy D. contraindication E. antagonism - correct answer D 3. An unusual or unexpected drug reaction by an individual is known as A. toxic effec...

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Patients who comply with regular _______________ intervals have less attachment and tooth loss. - correct answer periodontal maintenance (PM) intervals It is optimal for patients with a history of perio disease to be seen _____ times a year. - correct answer 4 Therapeutic goals of PM: - correct answer -prevent recurrence of disease and maintain the state of perio health -prevent or reduce the incidence of tooth or implant loss -increase timely identification of the need fo...

A nurse is teaching parents about normal developmental aspects of sexuality in their children. Which statements from parents would warrant further teaching? Select all that apply. a. "When my 2-year-old son touches his genitals, I push his hand away and tell him 'No'." b. "I should wean my infant by 4 months and encourage him to use a sippy cup." c. "I should explain sexuality to my 9-year-old in a factual manner when she asks me questions about her body." d. "I should explain about...

antibody - correct answer a protein substance carried by cells to counteract effects of an antigen immune - correct answer protected from a disease venon - correct answer a poisonous toxin produced by several groups of animal species histamine - correct answer released in allergic and inflammatory reactions systemic - correct answer of or pertaining to the whole body antigen - correct answer immunizing agent that produces antibodies extract - corre...

Why is trauma involving the CNS significant? - correct answer It can be life-threatening and altering What are nursing actions for recovery of a patient with neuro trauma? - correct answer -Ongoing assessment of patient's neuro function and health needs -ID problems -Mutual goal setting -Development and implementation of the care plains (including teaching, counseling, coordinating activities) -Evaluation of the outcomes of care What is an injury to the scalp, skull, or brai...

The nurse is at the bedside completing an assessment on a patient who has a hip fracture. Which signs and symptoms are indicative of fat embolism? - correct answer Measles-like rash over the neck, upper arms, chest, or abdomen Which type of gait is appropriate for use with a walker? - correct answer Modified swing-to gait Many factors can affect the healing of a fracture. Which of these is considered a long-term complication of a fracture? - correct answer Avascular necrosis...

After a bone biopsy, what nursing implementation is most important? - correct answer monitor site of biopsy for bleeding What should the nurse implement after the patient has had a diagnostic arthroscopy? - correct answer exercise legs with straight leg raises What is crepitus? - correct answer grating sound as joint or bone moves In gathering functional data, what will you be assessing for? - correct answer assess ability to dress themselves A patient recovering ...

when can lab results be revealed to patient? - correct answer Only after the physician reviews them POCT (point of care testing) - correct answer helps monitor patient condition after dx dx - correct answer diagnosis abbreviation working in a lab with loosely covered open wounds on hands or arms is safe - correct answer false Certificate of Waiver Tests - correct answer CLIA category of least-complex, least-risky laboratory tests, even if performed incorrectl...

Characteristic physical features of Down syndrome include: a. an excessively long neck. b. downward slanting eyes. c. bulging of the nose and face. d. a protruding tongue. answer - correct answer d. a protruding tongue. Unlike the insertion of an indwelling urinary catheter, insertion of an intermittent (straight) urinary catheter: a. is associated with a greater risk for damage to the urinary sphincter. b. does not involve inflation of a balloon to hold the catheter in place. c. is nece...

What is normal range for male hematocrit - correct answer 40% to 54% What is normal range for female hematocrit - correct answer 37% to 47% A substance distilled or drawn out of another substance - correct answer Extract Immunizing agent that produces antibodies - correct answer Antigen Of or pertaining to the whole body - correct answer Systemic Released in allergic and inflammatory reactions - correct answer Histamine A poisonous toxin produced b...

Established patient - correct answer A patient who has been seen by one of the physicians in the practice within the past 2 years Inpatient - correct answer A patient who has been formally admitted to a health care facility Modifier - correct answer An addition to a Current Procedural Terminology code that indicates unusual circumstances related to the procedure, such as a more extensive procedure or two procedures performed in the same session Morphology - correct answer...

Which of the following statements is an accurate description of the function of hormones in homeostasis? - correct answer homeostasis in humans is maintained by many of the same hormones that have regulatory roles in other animals Which of the following statements is an accurate description of sex hormones? - correct answer the sex hormones have effects on tissues other than those comprising the reproductive system Which of the following is a pair of hormones that function to reg...