You have been assigned to care for Jack, a 15-year-old who sustained multiple fractures of the lower extremities in a skiing accident. Morphine sulfate is one
of the drugs used in his care. Jack's parents are aware of the need for various
treatments, including the use of morphine sulfate to treat his pain, but they
worry he may become addicted to the medication.
1. Why do some narcotic
drugs have a stronger
potential of causing
addiction than other
narcotic drugs?

Mr. smith, a 57-year-old patient, presents at a health fair asking questions about the age-appropriate health maintenance and promotion considerations he should be concerned about. he stated that he only goes to his physician when he is sick and the last time he saw his physician was 2 years ago when he had a sinus infection. a. what further assessment does the nurse need to make before designing a teaching plan? b. what topics does the nurse need to include for mr. smith based on current medical recommendations? c. design a teaching plan that covers the topics.

Apatient was improperty positioned during a surgical procedure and suffered continual muscle compression. which of the following emergency procedures should the surgical technologist anticipate to relieve pressure of the deep tissues? a. embolectomy b. osteotomy c. fasciotomy d. phlebectomy

Which of the following must be done to the lsovue to avoid a misdiagnosis of gallstones during a cholangiogram? a. do not inject the lsovue until the gallbladder is removed. b. mix 10 cc of saline with 20 cc of isovue. c. ensure that there are no air bubbles in the syringe before injection. d. keep the isovue chilled.