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ishan

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The nurse is discussing the effects of aging on the body with a client. Which condition
  of the musculoskeletal system is caused by aging?
 
  A) Shortening of vertebral column
  B) Occurrence of contractures
  C) Osteomalacia
  D) Scoliosis

Question 2

The nurse administers a blood pressure medication to a patient and later documents that the patient's blood pressure is being maintained within normal ranges, a desired response related to the medication.
 
  What is the term for this medication action? A) Synergistic drug
  B) Potentiating drug
  C) Agonist drug
  D) Antagonist drug


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Cnarkel

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Reply #1 on: Jul 17, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

C
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A medication that produces a desired response is called an agonist. A medication that has an opposing effect, or acts against another medication, is called an antagonist. A medication that enhances the effects of another medication has a synergistic or potentiating effect.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 17, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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