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lb_gilbert

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The patient's anterior pituitary hormone secretion is impacted by time of day and activity level, which the nurse assesses as what?
 
  A) Diurnal rhythm
  B) Physiological rhythm
  C) Circadian rhythm
  D) Biannual rhythm

Question 2

What statement by a 61-year-old patient who is to take an antitussive with codeine indicates that the nurse's teaching has been effective?
 
  A) I will take this medication anytime I start to cough.
  B) This medication may make me anxious and nervous.
  C) I should call the physician if I develop nausea, diarrhea, or stomach cramps while taking this medication.
  D) This medication can cause drowsiness, so I will avoid driving or using power equipment while I take it.



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livaneabi

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The anterior pituitary hormones are released in a rhythmic manner into the bloodstream. Their secretion varies with time of day (often referred to as diurnal rhythm) or with physiological conditions, such as exercise or sleep. A biannual rhythm would be twice a year. Circadian rhythm is indicated by when the patient prefers to sleep or wake, such as those who describe themselves as morning people. There is no such thing as a physiological rhythm.

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Codeine is a CNS depressant and should not be combined with driving or heavy machinery activities. Antitussives are not intended to be taken with every coughing episode because the patient may overdose on the medication. The medication usually makes the patient drowsy rather than nervous and anxious. Codeine may cause GI upset, although it is usually constipating; some patients may complain of nausea and stomach distress while taking this medication.




lb_gilbert

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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Wow, this really help

 

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