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tiffannnnyyyyyy

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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.

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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.



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missalyssa26

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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.




tiffannnnyyyyyy

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

 

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