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tiffannnnyyyyyy · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

The nurse is attempting to control bleeding in a patient with a profusely bleeding scalp wound. The most effective initial treatment of bleeding is to:

a. elevate the head.
b. apply direct pressure.
c. apply an ice pack.
d. apply indirect pressure.

Question 2

The mother of a young woman being treated for amphetamine overdose asks the nurse when the manifestations will subside. The nurse's best answer is:

a. Usually in 8 to 10 hours.
b. She will snap out of it in a day or two.
c. Usually in about 2 hours, but the effects will return in 2 to 3 days.
d. The manifestations may be permanent.

missalyssa26 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
The most effective general treatment of bleeding is to apply direct pressure.

Answer to Question 2

D
The manifestations of overdose to amphetamines are frequently permanent.