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The use of nortriptyline requires careful monitoring of blood levels because:
 
  a. levels above 2 are toxic
  b. antidepressant effects are not seen below 50 ng/ml or above 150 ng/mL
  c. levels of this drug in the blood rise and fall dramatically and erratically
  d. the level of this drug in the blood must never be above 100 ng/mL

Question 2

Which activity should a nurse suggest to a patient who asks, What kind of exercise should I do to raise my mood?
 
  a. Horseback riding four times per week
  b. A game of softball three times per week
  c. Weight lifting for 15 minutes twice per week
  d. 30 minutes on the stationary bike four times per week



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Answer to Question 1

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The use of nortryptiline requires careful monitoring of blood levels because antidepressant effects are not seen below 50 mg/mL or above 150 mg/mL. For most other medications, therapeutic dosages range between 100 and 200 mg daily.

Answer to Question 2

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Sustained periods of physical exercise that produces cardiovascular benefit have been associated with positive medical benefits, improved mood and self-esteem, a feeling of accomplishment, and renewed energy. Many studies also suggest that depression levels are lower in exercise groups over a longer duration of time. Although other forms of exercise performed on a regular basis may be beneficial, the actual evidence-based research is scarce.




xroflmao

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Gracias!


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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