Laboratory testing has confirmed that a patient has chloroquine-resistant malaria and the patient's physician has prescribed quinine along with an adjunctive drug. The nurse should question the physician's order if the patient has a history of
A) osteoporosis or low bone density.
B) chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
C) diabetes mellitus.
D) cardiac arrhythmias.
D
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A baby is born at 32 weeks' gestation and is admitted to the NICU. After 4 difficult weeks, the child's condition has improved and survival seems guaranteed. The mother comes every day to feed the infant
Between feedings, the mother sits alone in the waiting room. The mother tells the nurse that she feels her life is in a holding pattern, not yet being a parent but no longer anticipating the excitement of the planned delivery. The nurse recognizes that the mother's reaction could be defined as: 1. Shock and disbelief. 2. Anticipatory waiting. 3. Readjustment. 4. Mourning.
While reviewing data collected during a health fair, the nurse determines that a male community member should be evaluated for testicular cancer. What risk factors did the patient identify that caused the nurse to make this recommendation?
Select all that apply. 1. 30 years old 2. testicular cancer in father 3. cryptorchidism at birth 4. hypertension treatment 5. two beers daily
The incidence of hearing loss in a long-term care facility is high, especially among white men. What strategy should care providers adopt when communicating with older adults who have hearing loss?
A) Use less complex concepts when communicating with hearing-impaired older adults. B) Use a high, consistent tone and pitch when speaking to adults with hearing loss. C) Speak at a high volume directly into the less affected ear when talking to an older adult with a hearing deficit. D) Make eye contact before and during a conversation with hearing-impaired adults.
Mrs. Tran, a Vietnamese client, is to undergo cancer surgery. The nurse notes that Mrs. Tran is very frightened. The best way for the nurse to support Mrs. Tran and allay her fears is to:
A. Give Mrs. Tran a hug and pray with her. B. Ask Mrs. Tran how much she understands about the surgical procedure and what she believes will happen. C. Tell Mrs. Tran that the outcome of the surgery should be favorable. D. Ask Mrs. Tran's family to leave so that the nurse may talk with her.