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Types of prevention - answer-primary- car restraints, bicycle helmets, immunizations secondary- prevent for those with RF-pap, mammo tertiary-mgmt of established disease- meds, lifestyle Primary - answer-Preventing the health problem, most cost effective form of healthcare **IMMUNIZATIONS, ensuring adequate illumination at home (preventing falls) Secondary - answer-Detecting disease in early asymptomatic stages, screenings -Early cause finding of asymptomatic disease via the use of a sc...

Maryville NURS 615 Pharm Exam 2 Questions and Answers Already Passed Carbamazepine (Tegretol) can sometimes show subtherapeutic range due to what? Carbamazepine auto-induces metabolism, leading to lower levels despite good compliance What are the black box warnings for Carbamazepine? Dermatologic reactions 1. Steven's Johnson 2. Toxic epidermal necrolysis What lab test should be ordered for patients on Carbamazepine? CBC every 3-4 months because it can cause decreased WBC, decreased platelet...

Pharmacology Exit HESI Nurse should observe most closely for drug toxicity when a client receives med that has what characteristic Narrow therapeutic index The nurse should observe most closely for drug toxicity when a client receives a medication that has which characteristic? • Low bioavailability • Rapid onset of action • Short half life • Narrow therapeutic index. • Rationale: A drug with a narrow therapeutic index has a high risk for toxicity because there is a narrow...

NAPLEX Practice Questions with 100% Correct Answers What is the range for acute manic episode treatment with lithium? 0.8-1.2 mEq/L higher than maintenance treatment Which medication may potentially interact with and raise lithium levels? A. metoprolol B. lisinopril C. Tenormin D. APAP lisinopril affects the kidneys!! Which is a side effect of lithium that commonly occurs in patients taking long term? A. ataxia B. constipation C. hypothyroidism D. neuropathy C. hypot...

ATI MENTAL HEALTH PROCTORED EXAM 2023 REVIEW Therapeutic uses for tricyclic antidepressants include , neuropathic pain, fibromyalgia, anxiety disorders, insomnia, and bipolar disorder. Depressive disorders Anticholinergic effects of Tricyclic antidepressants dry mouth blurred vision photophobia urinary hesitancy or retention constipation tachycardia Sedation is an adverse effect usually diminishes over time when taking . tricyclic antidepressants (Amitripyline) Advise the client to take ...

PMHNP Certification Exam 1052 Questions with Verified Answers Taras off Principle - CORRECT ANSWER 1976 - duty to warn victims of potential harm from client Deontological Theory - CORRECT ANSWER Ethical theory that states an action is judged as good or bad based on the act itself regardless of the consequences Teleological Theory - CORRECT ANSWER Ethical theory that states an action is judged as good or bad based on the consequence or outcome Virtue ethics - CORRECT ANSWER ethical th...

When questions ask for a priority action...think about... ABC, airway breathing, circulation Maslows hierarchy If undecided on an answer due to high similarities, choose: the umbrella answer What is the most common side effect of olanzapine/zyprexa metabolic syndrome what is the difference between typical and atypical antipsychotics Atypical 5HT2A specific 1st psychotic break... two actions to take UDS and r/o sub Consider IM Geodon or Invega Three AP with least w...

1 MED SURG EXAM 2 | QUESTIONS & ANSWERS (VERIFIED) | LATEST UPDATE | GRADED A+ what should you absolute neutrophil count be (ANC) Correct Answer: neutropenia Correct Answer: ANC <1500 moderate neutropenia Correct Answer: ANC 500-999 severe neutropenia Correct Answer: ANC < 500 things to avoid if pt is neutropenic Correct Answer: - fresh cut flowers (wilt, die, grow mold) - processed meats, undercooked meats (food bourne illness) chemo & radiation Correct Answer: cannot d...

What are the 3 primary physiological changes of aging? – 1. Reduced physiological reserve of most body systems, esp. cardiac, resp, renal. 2. Reduced homeostatic mechanisms that fail to adjust regulatory systems (i.e. temp control, fluid/lyte balance, etc.). 3. Impaired immunological function (infection risk is greater, autoimmune dz's more prevalent) What is the preferred amount of exercise for elderly? - 30min/day 5 days/wk of moderate exercise. If trying to lose wt: 60min/day. What a...

CRNA BOARD EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS UPDATED (100% VERIFIED) Why do you want to become a CRNA? Ever since I shadowed a CRNA back in nursing school, my interest has been sparked. I have been preparing for CRNA school ever since by getting a position in the ICU and learning as much as possible. I see myself as a lifelong learner as well as a sponge always needing to know the reason why behind everything I do. I look forward to transitioning that love of learning to this profession t...