An agonist is a chemical capable of binding to a receptor and initiating a reaction. An antagonist is a chemical that binds to the receptor but does not cause a reaction, effectively blocking that receptor. Sketch a model (using the one you colored as a guide) to show how an antagonist works.

Select a patient in the clinical setting who is receiving an anxiolytic or hypnotic drug. develop a teaching plan for the patient. what nursing considerations must you consider when using this medication in this patient?

Chad wilson is a 21 year old male in good health. in the middle of the night. chad woke up with severe pain in the right side of the testicle and he noticed that is swollen. it is also painful when he tries to urinate. he hates to go the doctor, but he us worried that he might have testicular cancer. question 1. the possible disease and condition on each case study. 2. any examination or tests that will confirm or refute the diagnose. 3. additional steps that the patient should take. (e. g. taking medication or adopting a new health habit)

Carlos adams was involved in a motor vehicle accident and suffered blunt trauma to his abdomen. upon presentation to the emergency department, his vital signs are as follows: temperature, 100.9 f; heart rate, 120 bpm; respiratory rate, 20 breaths/min; and blood pressure, 90/54 mm hg. his abdomen is firm, with bruising aroung the umbilicus. he is alert and oriented, but complains of dizziness when changing positions. the patient is admitted for management of suspected hypovolemic shock. the following orders are written for the patient: place two large-bore ivs and infuse 0.9% ns at 125 ml/hr/line obtain complete blood count, serum electrolytes oxygen at 2 l/min via nasal cannula type and cross for 4 units of blood flat plate of abdomen stat questions: a. describe the pathophysiologic sequence of events seen with hypovolemic shock. b. what are the major goals of medical management in this patient? c. what is the rationale for placing two large-bore ivs? d. what are the advantages of using 0.9% ns in this patient? e. what is the rationale for placing in a modified trendelenburg position?