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beccaep

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on: Jul 11, 2018
Why should a nurse promptly administer a prescribed analgesic after a pain assessment?
 
  a. The physician has ordered it
  b. It is an efficient use of time
  c. Unrelieved pain can cause setbacks
  d. It meets the goals of the nursing care plan

Question 2

What is the goal of herbal therapy?
 
  a. Treat symptoms
  b. Restore balance
  c. Treat disease
  d. Improve nutrition


mammy1697

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Appropriate pain management can bring about quicker recoveries, shorter hospital stays, fewer readmissions, and can improve the quality of life.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The goal of herbal therapy is to restore balance.


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