Question 1
1. What lab value will best reflect renal function in a client taking multiple medicines?
creatinine clearance
potassium levels
sodium levels
urinalysis
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Question 2
1. Which teaching point is correct with respect to the concept of “tolerance”?
Tolerance is a state where people become used to pain, and therefore need less pain
medicine.
In tolerance, larger doses are needed to achieve prior effects because a body learns
to push back.
Tolerance occurs in slow metabolizers. Slow metabolism leads to prolonged
sedation.
Tolerance occurs in slow metabolizers. Slow metabolism leads to prolonged
sedation.
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Question 3
1. Which statement regarding the blood-brain barrier demonstrates a need for further
teaching?
“It can protect the brain from potentially toxic substance injuries.”
“It can be a significant obstacle to entry of therapeutic agents.”
“It is not fully developed at birth.”
“It lets in therapeutic agents in but filters out everything else.”
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Question 4