What Will the Nurse Need to Determine First in Order

question 18

Multiple Choice

What will the nurse need to determine first in order to mix two drugs in the same syringe?

• A) Absorption rate of the drugs
• B) Compatibility of the drugs
• C) Drug blood level of each drug
• D) Medication adverse effects

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Definitions:

Aaron Beck

An influential American psychiatrist known for developing cognitive therapy, which has been widely used in treating depression and other mental illnesses.

Benzodiazepines

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Enhancing GABA

Refers to increasing the activity of gamma-Aminobutyric acid, a neurotransmitter that inhibits nervous system activity, often to reduce anxiety or promote relaxation.

Antidepressants

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