The Client Tells the Nurse That Choosing Over-The-Counter Medications Is

question 19

Multiple Choice

The client tells the nurse that choosing over-the-counter medications is so confusing because so many are available.When the client goes on to say that he likes products that have the fastest onset of action,the nurse recommends which of the following oral drug forms that is most rapidly absorbed?

• A) Enteric-coated tablets
• B) Powders
• C) Capsules
• D) Liquids

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Definitions:

Neurotic Paradox

The phenomenon where a person continues to engage in behaviors or patterns that are self-defeating or damaging, despite knowing the negative consequences.

Avoidance Behaviors

Actions taken to evade facing or dealing with stressful or anxiety-inducing situations, often worsening the condition over time.

Test Anxiety

Excessive stress and fear related to taking exams, which can impair an individual's ability to perform well on the test.

Operant Conditioning

A learning process through which the strength of a behavior is modified by reinforcement or punishment.