A Patient in the Emergency Department Says, "I Am Having

question 26

Short Answer

A patient in the emergency department says, "I am having bad effects from the marijuana I smoked this morning." The nurse formulates a response based on knowledge that effects of marijuana may last up to ____ hours.
Standard Text: Record your answer rounding to the nearest whole number.

Describe the functions and characteristics of different muscle types.

Comprehend the procedures and treatments related to muscular disorders.

Recognize various medical conditions affecting the muscles.

Understand the anatomical terms related to muscle movements and attachments.

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Definitions:

Family-centered Care

An approach to healthcare that is respectful of and responsive to the individual needs and values of families.

Child's Life

All aspects and stages of development, experiences, and education that occur during childhood, from birth through adolescence.

Clinical Reasoning

The process by which healthcare providers collect clues, process the information, and come to an understanding of a patient's health issue to plan and implement treatment.

Goal-directed

Behavior or actions that are planned and executed with a specific outcome or objective in mind.