This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: A nurse is administering lithium to a Japanese patient. What cultural factor should the nurse ... (Read 46 times)

stevenposner

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 608
A nurse is administering lithium to a Japanese patient. What cultural factor should the nurse consider regarding the effects of the medications?
 
  A) elevated serum levels may occur causing symptoms of drug toxicity
  B) expected side effects should be no different than in other patients
  C) the patient may require a larger-than-normal dose of a drug
  D) more rapid metabolism may interfere with drug absorption

Question 2

A nurse is teaching a patient about regional anesthesia. Which of the following statements is accurate about this type of anesthesia?
 
  A) You will be asleep and won't be aware of the procedure.
  B) You will be asleep but may feel some pain during the procedure.
  C) You will be awake but will not be aware of the procedure.
  D) You will be awake and will not have sensation of the procedure.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

shewald78

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 340
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

D





 

Did you know?

Never take aspirin without food because it is likely to irritate your stomach. Never give aspirin to children under age 12. Overdoses of aspirin have the potential to cause deafness.

Did you know?

Approximately 15–25% of recognized pregnancies end in miscarriage. However, many miscarriages often occur before a woman even knows she is pregnant.

Did you know?

In most cases, kidneys can recover from almost complete loss of function, such as in acute kidney (renal) failure.

Did you know?

Complications of influenza include: bacterial pneumonia, ear and sinus infections, dehydration, and worsening of chronic conditions such as asthma, congestive heart failure, or diabetes.

Did you know?

Side effects from substance abuse include nausea, dehydration, reduced productivitiy, and dependence. Though these effects usually worsen over time, the constant need for the substance often overcomes rational thinking.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library