You Are Caring for a Client in Shock Who Is

question 11

Multiple Choice

You are caring for a client in shock who is deteriorating. You are infusing IV fluids and giving medications as ordered. What type of medications are you most likely giving to this client?

• A) Hormone antagonist drugs
• B) Antimetabolite drugs
• C) Adrenergic drugs
• D) Anticholinergic drugs

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Definitions:

Impairments

Reductions in the recoverable value of fixed assets or goodwill on a company’s balance sheet, indicating that the asset is not worth its currently stated value.

Property, Plant, Equipment

Tangible assets that are used in the operations of a business, have a longer life, and are not intended for sale, including buildings, machinery, and vehicles.

Premium on Bonds Payable

The amount by which a bond's selling price exceeds its principal (face value), reflecting superior credit quality or lower market interest rates.

Common Stock Dividend

Payments made to shareholders from a company's earnings, reflecting a share of the profit allocated to each share of common stock.