Which of the following clients is exhibiting medication tolerance?

The ER nurse takes a health history on a 32-year-old patient who has come to the ER alone complaining of severe abdominal pain. He is being admitted with possible appendicitis. During the admission, the nurse asks about the patient’s marital status. The patient hesitates and then responds, “I’m married.” What statement by the nurse reflects an effort to be culturally sensitive and inclusive in this situation?

A nurse is participating in the development of a care plan for a client who follows the Muslim faith. Which of the following actions should the nurse incorporate into the plan?

While reviewing the care plan with a non-English-speaking client who frequently nods during the discussion, what should the nurse do next?

A nurse is caring for a client who practices Orthodox Judaism. The nurse should recognize that which of the following food combinations on the same dinner tray would fail to comply with the client’s religious practices?

What is the usual adult dosage of aspirin for the treatment of pain or fever?  

Pete P. is a 45-year-old man who is new to the dental practice. He reports pain from his periodontal debridement last week and wants a prescription for pain medication. He needed nitrous oxide and a pre-appointment anxiolytic before allowing the dental hygienist to proceed with treatment. He states on his medical history that he takes a baby aspirin to prevent heart disease, a multivitamin, and Xanax for anxiety. He also notes on his health history that he is a recovering alcoholic. The dentist writes a prescription for 800 mg of ibuprofen, but Pete tells his physician that ibuprofen does not work for him and that only OxyContin works for his pain.   Which opioid could be used to treat Pete’s opioid addiction?

Salicylates’ mechanism of action involves inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis.  

Which opioid drug is most common used in dentistry.  

Which of the following NSAIDs is the drug of choice for treating a nursing woman?