A Nurse Has Accepted a Position as a Telenurse

question 18

Multiple Choice

A nurse has accepted a position as a telenurse.Which statement best describes this position?

• A)The use of telemetry to monitor patients' heart rates.
• B)Schedules office visits when patients need follow-up care.
• C)The use of communication technology to deliver nursing care.
• D)Not approved by most boards of nursing.

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Definitions:

Trazodone

A medication primarily used to treat depression and sometimes used to treat anxiety, insomnia, and other conditions.

Hypertensive Crisis

A severe and dangerous increase in blood pressure that can lead to stroke, heart attack, or other critical conditions if not treated promptly.

MAO

An enzyme in the body responsible for breaking down neurotransmitters, such as dopamine and serotonin, and involved in the action of certain antidepressants.

Hypoglycemia

A condition characterized by abnormally low blood glucose (sugar) levels.