The nurse obtaining a health history from a male client with a history of hypertension should ask the client about
a. renal functioning.
b. sexual functioning.
c. testicular problems.
d. voiding problems.
B
Hypertension is one of several medical conditions that can cause erectile dysfunction (ED). Other medical problems related to ED include diabetes, stroke, heart attack, spinal cord injuries, and back problems.
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The other spouse retired recently and has not taken on more of this role. Both people are angry and resentful. What goal would be best for this couple? A. Adapt to role changes positively within 2 months. B. Divide up household duties between spouses more evenly. C. Express feelings using "I" statements within 1 month. D. Learn to discuss anger and other negative emotions.
A patient has received parenteral nutrition for 3 days. A nurse records a blood glucose level of 340 mg/dL. The urine output is three times the intake. The nurse would conclude that which situation exists?
1. The patient is responding well by absorbing dextrose in the parenteral nutrition. 2. The patient has developed glucose intolerance. 3. The parenteral solution should be stopped immediately. 4. The patient is at high risk for cardiac arrest.
Which medication is contraindicated when a patient is taking warfarin (Coumadin)?
a. Aspirin b. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) c. Propoxyphene (Darvon) d. Morphine (Roxanol)
EPA and DHA, omega-3 fatty acids in fish, are recommended in the diet following a heart attack because they can:
a. increase protein. b. increase blood clotting. c. stabilize cardiac rhythm. d. increase inflammatory response.