You decide to use IV theophylline for treatment. The pharmacokinetics of theophylline include the following average parameters: Vd = 35 L, CL = 48 mL/min, half-life = 8 hours. If an IV infusion of theophylline is started at a rate of 0.48 mg/min, how long will it take to reach 93.75% of the final steady state? (A) Approximately 48 minutes
Assessment, Appraisal, and Vocational Evaluation. The tests and evaluation techniques available for assessing clients' needs ï· Psychometric concepts related to measurement ï· Interpretation of assessment results for rehabilitation planning purposes ï· Computer-based job-matching systems ï· Computer-based and on-line assessment tools.
ANS: A. This is an example of the therapeutic communication technique of formulating a plan of action. By the use of this technique, the nurse can help the client plan in advance to deal with a stressful situation which may prevent anger and/or anxiety from escalating to an unmanageable level.