What are the common side effects of gemfibrozil (Lopid)? (select all that apply)
a. Diarrhea
b. Constipation
c. Heartburn
d. Polyps
e. Rash
f. Headache
ANS: A, C, E, F
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A) What are the patient's and family's expectations of the test B) Whether the patient's family had any questions about why the test was necessary C) Whether the patient has had any complications of the test D) Whether the patient understood accurately why the test was done
The family of a patient who is showing signs of impending death tells the nurse that they would like for any organs that can be used to be donated. The nurse should:
1. wait until the patient has died before discussing organ donation with the family. 2. tell the family that the patient has not signed a consent, so the organs cannot be donated. 3. check the patient's record to see if the physician has written an order for the pa-tient to have organs donated. 4. notify the physician of the family's wishes.
Which is an example of primary prevention in avoiding ingestions and poisoning in children?
a. Provide billboards with poison control center phone numbers. b. Lavage the stomach to remove poisons from the stomach. c. Provide antidotes for poisonings specific to the agent. d. Administer CPR to clients who have ingested poisonous agents.
A child returns from spinal-fusion surgery. Which item is the priority assessment for this child?
1. Increased intracranial pressure 2. Seizure activity 3. Impaired pupillary response during neurological checks 4. Impaired color, sensitivity, and movement to lower extremities