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misspop

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Dementia is characterized by a gradual, progressive, irreversible _______ dysfunction.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

The nurse is applying a new nitroglycerin transdermal patch. Which action by the nurse is appropriate?
 
  a. Instructing the patient to wear the patch 24 hours a day every day
  b. Applying the new patch to the same site as the previous patch
  c. Cutting the patch in half when a change of dose is ordered
  d. Instructing the patient to avoid heat sources over the patch



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Answer to Question 1

cerebral
Dementia is characterized by a gradual, progressive, irreversible cerebral dysfunction.

Answer to Question 2

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Heat sources over a transdermal patch can increase the rate of absorption, leading to potentially serious adverse effects. It is recommended to have a daily patch-free interval of 10 to 12 hours because tolerance develops if patches are used 24 hours a day every day. The patch should not be applied to previously used sites for at least 1 week. Transdermal patches are never to be cut in half. A change in dosage requires a new prescription.




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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
:D TYSM


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

 

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