Which drug(s) would the nurse expect to administer to a client to prevent gastrointestinal ulceration from hypercortisolism?
A. Metoclopramide (Reglan)
B. Clarithromycin (Biaxin)
C. Omeprazole (Prilosec)
D. Vitamins and iron
C
Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that reduces the amount of hydrochloric acid present in the stomach and reduces the risk for cortisol-induced ulceration.
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1. Keep bank books and credit cards in a secure place 2. Maintain an active cell phone 3. Program emergency contacts into home and cell phones 4. Do a home safety inspection 5. Provide referrals for at home services
While admitting your new patient, you do a spiritual assessment. At this time the patient indicates that he or she does not eat meat. What would this be considered?
A) A personal choice B) A religious practice C) A risk for malnutrition D) A lifestyle choice
Which area of health care delivery services is the largest employer of LPN/LVNs?
a. Extended care facilities b. Hospitals c. Home health d. Military services
When teaching the parents of a child with phenylketonuria, the nurse would instruct them to include which food in the child's diet?
A) Milk B) Oranges C) Meat D) Eggs