Brooke Host has been referred to physical therapy for ultras…

Brooke Host has been referred to physical therapy for ultrasound treatment to help reduce right hip pain. Brooke’s past medical history includes a fractured hip, on the right side that was stabilized with a plate and screws. She also has a medical history of diabetes and hypertension. Which element(s) of her past medical history would be contraindicated for ultrasound?

Your patient has been given a dose of the pure mu opioid hyd…

Your patient has been given a dose of the pure mu opioid hydromorphone.  You notice that he is still in pain and discuss with the veterinarian about adding another medication.  Which opioid should not be given as it may partially block the receptors and actually  reduce the analgesic effect?