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s.tung

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Opioids have a unique characteristic in that they have:
 
  a. no addicting qualities c. no ceiling dose
  b. only beneficial side effects d. a preconscious effect

Question 2

The nurse is aware that the characteristics of a full-thickness burn include: (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Leathery appearance
  b. Bright red color at the burn site
  c. Necessitates debridement
  d. Destroys on the dermis
  e. Pain only at the edges of the burn



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Answer to Question 1

C

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A Incorrect: Opioids are not unique because they have no addicting qualities, because it can be addictive.
B Incorrect: Opioids are not unique because they only have beneficial side effects.
C Correct: Opioids have a unique characteristic in that they have no ceiling dose (there is no point after which they are no longer effective).
D Incorrect: Opioids are not unique because they only have a preconscious effect, in fact, they work for the management of pain across the age groups.

Answer to Question 2

A, C, E
Full-thickness burns have a tan or dark red leathery appearance that will require debridement and skin grafting. The pain is felt at the edges of the burn where the cutaneous nerves are still intact.



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