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kodithompson

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The nurse is administering medications to a patient with neuropathic pain. The patient asks why he is getting an antidepressant medication because he is not depressed. Which of the following is the best response by the nurse?
 
  A) All patients with pain have at least some depression.
  B) Antidepressants have been shown to have pain-relieving qualities in patients with neuropathic pain.
  C) Treating your depression, even if you don't think you have it, will help control your pain.
  D) The doctor thinks it will help with your pain.

Question 2

What should the nurse do to prepare the unconscious client for oral care? The nurse should
 
  A) Use small amounts of water and oral suction device
  B) Place the client in high Fowler's position
  C) Place the client in the supine position with head lowered
  D) Put the client in the Fowler's position and turn head to side



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krakiolit

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Answer to Question 1

Ans: B

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A




kodithompson

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Excellent


nguyenhoanhat

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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