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Themember4

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on: Jul 19, 2018
When a person is brought to medical attention for symptoms believed to be alcohol related, which of the following tests should always be done?
 
  a. urine catacholamines
  b. blood sugar determination
  c. guaiac
  d. urine pH

Question 2

Which initial statement should an emergency department nurse make to a rape victim?
 
  A) I'm very sorry this happened to you.
  B) You are safe here.
  C) You're not to blame.
  D) It's not your fault.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
A blood sugar determination should always be done on persons brought to medical attention for alcohol-related symptoms, because alcohol can significantly lower blood sugar. Symptoms of hypoglycemia can easily be mistaken for intoxication.

Answer to Question 2

B


Themember4

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Excellent

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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