Direct-to-consumer advertising of pharmaceuticals contributes to the medicalization process in the United States.

Discuss the 2 major types of diabetes insipidus (central and nephrogenic).

Anurse is teaching a client about nitroglycerin sublingual tablets. which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? a. “this medication has a slower onset than a nitroglycerin pill that is swallowed.” b. “i should take this medication as soon as pain begins.” c. “i can crush this medication for faster relief.” d. “this medication should completely dissolve within 15 minutes.”

List three other drugs used for anxiety or sleep that are not classified as benzodiazepines or barbiturates.