Regarding Barbiturates, Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 423

Multiple Choice

Regarding barbiturates, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A) Mild doses of barbiturates have an effect similar to caffeinism.
• B) High doses barbiturates cause severe mental confusion or even hallucinations.
• C) Barbiturates are often taken in excess amounts because the first dose may be followed by others as the user becomes uninhibited and forgetful.
• D) Overdoses first cause a loss of consciousness and then the brain centers that control heartbeat and breathing are severely depressed with the result being death.

Integrate knowledge of patient history and physical exams to make informed nursing judgments.

Understand the principles and importance of effective hand hygiene in infection control.

Identify different types of healthcare-associated infections and their implications.

Recognize the role of healthcare workers in the transmission of infections.

---

Definitions:

Payroll Register

A document or database that records the details of each employee's pay history, deductions, and net pay.

Employee's Earnings Record

A record maintained by an employer that tracks the earnings of an employee over time, including wages, salaries, bonuses, and other forms of compensation.

Cumulative Earnings

The total amount of net income a company has earned over time since its inception, excluding any dividends paid to shareholders.

Social Security Tax

A tax that finances the Social Security program, collected from both employers and employees, to fund retirement, disability, and survivorship benefits.