Using a drug for a purpose other than which it is intended is an example of
a. use.
b. abuse.
c. tolerance.
d. misuse.

Which step would a state health department most likely take to reduce lead exposure? promote health-planning operations to limit lead exposure at home.evaluate the number of countries affected by lead exposure.create general national guidelines for working with lead.carry out research on the worldwide effects of lead products.

A75-year-old client was admitted to the hospital after having sustained a fall at home. she is diagnosed with a right hip fracture and is scheduled for surgery in the morning. at 2: 30 am she awakens from sleep with confusion about where she is. she insists that her daughter is in the other room and wants to see her. you attempt to reorient her to the surroundings with little success. she continues to insist that her daughter is in the next room. in reviewing the client’s record, what data would be considered a source of her confusion?

Aclient, prescribed dextroamphetamine for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (adhd), has developed a common adverse effect of the medication since beginning therapy. which initial intervention should the client be encouraged to implement? a. increase fiber intake. b. take an over-the-counter (otc) laxative daily. c. take metronidazole. d. take diphenoxylate hydrochloride.