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CharlieWard

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on: Jul 11, 2018
An older patient wants to use complementary therapies to help treat hypertension that has not responded to medication therapy. Which recommendation is the most appropriate for the nurse to make?
 
  A) Ginseng and ginger
  B) Acupuncture and ginger
  C) Yoga and hawthorn berry
  D) Vitamins A and D supplements

Question 2

A patient has been admitted to the hospital with burns to his upper chest. The nurse notes singed nasal hairs. It would be important for the nurse to assess this patient frequently for
 
  a. decreased activity.
  b. bradycardia.
  c. respiratory complications.
  d. hypertension.


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yotaSR5

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Yoga and hawthorn berry are both noted to have a beneficial effect on high blood pressure. Ginseng raises blood pressure, while ginger affects cholesterol rather than blood pressure. Vitamins A and D are not known to have an effect on blood pressure.

Answer to Question 2

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Signs and symptoms of inhalation injury include singed nasal hairs. Breathing difficulties may take several hours to occur.


CharlieWard

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
:D TYSM

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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