You were hired to work on a research project to design a drug. which of these drug mechanisms would decrease the amount of neurotransmitter in the synaptic cleft?

a. blocking receptors with an antagonist
b. inhibiting enzymes that break down neurotransmitters
c. stimulating uptake
d. decreasing diffusion

What are the benefits and challenges if you use in-house resources to manage accreditation versus obtaining an external consultant with specialization in health care accreditation?

Anurse is discussing adverse reactions to pain medications in older adult clients with a newly licensed nurse. which of the following findings should the nurse include as risk factors for an adverse drug reaction? (select all that apply.) a. decreased percentage of body fat b. polypharmacy c. multiple health problems d. increased rate of absorption e. decreased renal function

Anurse is caring for a client who has diabetes mellitus and is taking pioglitazone. the nurse should plan to monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects? a. tinnitus b. insomnia c. fluid retention d. orthostatic hypotension