With most opioids, dosing amounts A.)Are proportional to the pain relief needed
B.)Have an inverse relation to the relief needed
C.)Are strictly limited
D.)Are identical across all types

Explain the pathophysiologic changes that can cause the signs and symptoms associated with common bile duct obstruction.

Anurse is caring for a client who has acute heart failure and is receiving furosemide via iv bolus. the nurse should identify that which of the following findings indicates a desired therapeutic effect? a. increased sputum production b. decreased weight c. decreased blood glucose level d. increased blood pressure

Critical thinking scenario: sally is providing patient education to an older patient, mrs. campo, who is having difficulty swallowing the large tablets needed for her medical condition. she tells you that two of the tablets have "deep lines" through the tablet and one has a very hard coat. mrs. campo wants to know if there is any way she can make swallowing the medicine easier. what instructions should sally give mrs. campo that will make her swallowing easier?