Multiple Choice
The patient reports taking an opioid medication in large dosages for the past several years.While in the hospital,the patient is not prescribed the medication and develops tachycardia,hypertension,sweating,and tremors.He becomes confused and experiences visual hallucinations.The nurse recognizes these signs as indicative of _____________.
A) pharmacotherapeutic effects
B) physical dependence
C) tolerance
D) addiction
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q16: A medication interaction in which the combined
Q17: A patient with persistent back pain has
Q19: The patient is complaining of severe leg
Q20: _ are predictable and often unavoidable secondary
Q22: Medication errors include which of the following?
Q23: The intended or desired physiological response to
Q24: A patient admitted to the hospital with
Q26: During the admission process,the patient states that
Q30: The patient is to receive a medication
Q33: When controlled substances are administered,which action is