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More diluted formulations of epinephrine that are available in the concentration of  _______ are safer for patients who are cardiovascularly compromised or elderly patients sensitive to epinephrine. More concentrated formulations that are available in the concentration of  _______ provide the greatest bleeding control.

Lidocaine is biotransformed in the 

In healthy tissues the onset and duration of action of local anesthetics is predictable. Tissue infection impedes the action of the local anesthetic. What factors contribute to the decreased efficacy of the local anesthetic? Select two that apply.

All of the following statements concerning dissociation constant (pKa) are correct except one. Which statement is INCORRECT?

A nurse is preparing to administer the morning dose of subcutaneous regular insulin to a diabetic client. The breakfast tray is scheduled to arrive at 0800. What is the most appropriate time to administer the insulin?

While at room temperature, Oraqix is in liquid form in the cartridge and will thicken into a gel as it reaches body temperature in the periodontal pocket.    

The nurse administers an inhalation treatment using ipratropium bromide (Atrovent) to a client. Which of the following will the nurse most likely expect to assess to determine effectiveness of the drug?

A 66-year-old client presents to the ED with complaints of excessive urination and altered vision. The nurse notes the smell of acetone on the client’s breath. Which of the following orders will the nurse most likely anticipate to treat this condition?

A nurse is caring for a client who has cirrhosis and a prescription for lactulose (Kristalose). Following administration, the nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?

A nurse is collecting data from a client who has been taking omeprazole (Prilosec) for the past 4 weeks. The nurse determines that the medication is effective when the client reports relief from which of the following symptoms?