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Themember4

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Which of the following are functions of white blood cells? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Phagocytosis
   2. Aid in immunity
   3. Clumping to decrease bleeding
   4. Combat infection
   5. Carrying oxygen

Question 2

An analgesic is ordered for a post-surgical patient to be given every three to four hours. The nurse knows that a delay in giving the medication will cause a(n):
 
  1. Decrease in the chance of withdrawal symptoms.
  2. Decrease in the chance of addiction.
  3. Increase in the chance of breakthrough pain.
  4. Increase in the child's pain tolerance.



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Answer to Question 1

1, 2, 4
Rationale:
1. Phagocytosis is a function of neutrophils (white blood cells).
2. Lymphocytes (white blood cells) are responsible for humoral and cellular immunity.
3. Platelets form hemostatic plugs to stop bleeding.
4. White blood cells are the mobile protective units in the body.
5. Hemoglobin in the red blood cells carries oxygen.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale 1: A delay in giving pain medication will not decrease the chance of withdrawal symptoms if the medication is stopped without weaning.
Rationale 2: Delaying the pain medication will not decrease the chance of addiction.
Rationale 3: Analgesics may be given on a scheduled basis. Delays in giving analgesics increase the chance of breakthrough pain and the subsequent anticipation of pain.
Rationale 4: Delaying the pain medication will not increase the child's pain tolerance.
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Themember4

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


coreycathey

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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