A Nurse Assesses the Health History of a Client Who

question 5

Multiple Choice

A nurse assesses the health history of a client who is prescribed ziconotide (Prialt) for chronic back pain.Which assessment question should the nurse ask?

• A) "Are you taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug?"
• B) "Do you have a mental health disorder?"
• C) "Are you able to swallow medications?"
• D) "Do you smoke cigarettes or any illegal drugs?"

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Definitions:

Ejaculation

The release of semen from the male reproductive system, often occurring at the climax of sexual arousal.

Spermarche

In boys, the development of sperm in the testicles.

Testicles

Male reproductive glands responsible for producing sperm and testosterone.

Puberty

The developmental stage in humans during which physical growth and sexual maturation occurs, leading to reproductive capability.