A patient diagnosed with a pituitary adenoma has arrived on the oncology unit. Based upon the nurse's initial assessment, the patient is most likely to exhibit:
A) Decreased intracranial pressure (ICP)
B) Headache
C) Decreased level of consciousness
D) Restlessness
B
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A patient with chronic pancreatitis is taking pancreatic enzymes. Which statement would indicate to the nurse that the patient correctly understands instruction about this medication?
1. "I should take this medication right before bedtime." 2. "This medication is monitored by the lab work." 3. "I take this medication only when my stomach is hurting." 4. "I will take this medication with food."
Which of the following locations might the nurse use to assess the condition of an insertion site for a central venous access device?
A) below the sternum C) over the jugular vein B) over the fourth intercostal space D) the back of the hand
A client with a peptic ulcer colonized with H. pylori asks how the prescription of bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) will help them. Which information should the nurse provide the client?
A. "Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) increases stomach acid to help kill bacteria." B. "Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) helps prevent the side effects of antibiotics." C. "Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) is effective for inhibiting bacterial growth." D. "Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) keeps bacteria from sticking in your stomach." E. "Bismuth (Pepto-Bismol) helps relieve ulcer-related constipation."
Oxygen, carbon dioxide, water, electrolytes, urea, uric acid, fatty acids, fat-soluble vitamins, narcotics barbiturates, anesthetics, and antibiotics are transferred across the placenta via _____ _____.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).