A patient's severe and widespread psoriasis has prompted her care provider to prescribe potent topical corticosteroids
When teaching this patient about her new medication regimen, the nurse should recognize that topical corticosteroids that are applied to large skin surfaces create a risk of:
A) Adrenal suppression
B) Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC)
C) Hypothyroidism
D) Kaposi's sarcoma
A
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A type IV latex allergy is characterized by________ _______
ANS:
The physician has ordered D5W 3000 mL over 24 hours. How many milliliters per hour will the patient receive?
A) 100 B) 125 C) 150 D) 175
A patient is on hospice care. Which situation would result in an acute hospitalization?
a. Progression of disease b. Intractable pain c. New pressure ulcer d. Bladder infection
The nurse is assisting a client in making a menu for a low-fiber diet. Which would be the best choice for a breakfast menu?
A) Apple juice, coffee, 2 poached eggs, 2 pieces of bacon, and white toast with butter B) Hot cocoa, shredded wheat, and 2% milk C) Coffee with cream and sugar, muffin, and 2 tablespoons of butter D) Hot tea, bagel, and 2 tablespoons of cream cheese