A Client Is Prescribed Dimercaprol as Treatment for Acute Poisoning

question 6

Multiple Choice

A client is prescribed dimercaprol as treatment for acute poisoning.The nurse understands that this medication is used as an antidote for which agents?
Select all that apply.

• A)Arsenic
• B)Gold
• C)Mercury
• D)Lead
• E)Nickel

Recognize the importance of environmental factors and community infrastructure in disease prevention.

Understand the historical development of public health initiatives and their impact on community health.

Analyze the role of government and non-governmental organizations in the advancement of public health.

Identify key figures and their contributions to public health and nursing.

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Structure Evaluation

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A secret series of characters that enables a user to access a file, computer, or program.

Defibrillator

A medical device used to deliver a dose of electric current (shock) to the heart in order to treat life-threatening cardiac dysrhythmias.

Client Care Area

Specific designated spaces within healthcare settings where clinical or therapeutic services are provided to patients.