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futuristic

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Before administering an antacid, the nurse should instruct a client that this medication works in the:
 
  1. blood.
  2. stomach.
  3. small intestine.
  4. esophagus.

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A client tells the nurse that he has pain, swelling, fatigue, and numbness of his hands. The nurse should assess the client for which of the following occupations?
 
  1. Retail store clerk
  2. Lifeguard
  3. Computer keyboard operator
  4. Bus driver



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Carliemb17

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Answer to Question 1

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Antacids work in the stomach to neutralize stomach acids. They do not work in the esophagus or small intestines. Antacids do not work in the blood.

Answer to Question 2

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Some occupations, sports, and tasks can create repetitive motion injuries or cumulative trauma. A computer keyboard operator is an occupation with a high incidence of overuse syndrome.




futuristic

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


sultana.d

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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