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lb_gilbert

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Which of the following patients would benefit from a p.r.n. drug regimen?
 
  A) one who had thoracic surgery 12 hours ago
  B) one who had thoracic surgery 4 days ago
  C) one who has intractable pain
  D) one who has chronic pain

Question 2

A patient tells the nurse that he takes laxatives every day but is still constipated. The nurse's response is based on which of the following?
 
  A) Habitual laxative use is the most common cause of chronic constipation.
  B) If laxatives are not effective, the patient should begin to use enemas.
  C) A laxative that works by a different method should be used.
  D) Chronic constipation is nothing to be concerned about.



InfiniteSteez

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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

A



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