A patient is taking atorvastatin calcium (Lipitor) to reduce serum cholesterol. Which of the following aspects of patient teaching is most important?
A) Call his physician if he develops muscle pain
B) It is acceptable to eat saturated fats
C) Decrease the dose if lethargy occurs
D) Eat two eggs per day to increase protein stores
A
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It is imperative the nurse inform the surgical team and the surgical nursing division so they can assess the client for: A) Infection B) Delirium tremors C) Depression D) Altered consciousness
The patient, age 43, has cancer of the urinary bladder. He has received a cystectomy with an ileal conduit. Which characteristics would be considered normal for his urine?
a. Hematuria b. Clear amber with mucus shreds c. Dark bile-colored d. Dark amber
Several individuals from a homeless shelter have been diagnosed with pediculosis
The nurse, planning to train staff in the control and prevention of this infection, should include which information? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Pediculosis is spread by contact with personal items such as hats and blankets. 2. Pediculosis is more common in people who lack the proper facilities for bathing and washing clothes. 3. "Crabs" is another name for pediculosis. 4. Pediculosis affects children only. 5. Pediculosis is infestation by mites.
A novice nurse notices a patient is pacing the floor and twisting his hands
When the nurse enters the room, the patient stares at her and mumbles, "Can't anyone understand what I want?" while smiling and reaching out to shake the nurse's hand. The nurse recognizes a risk for violence based on which clinical findings? (Select all that apply.) a. Glaring at the nurse b. Nervousness, twisting of hands c. Murmuring when talking d. Diagnosis of a terminal illness e. Isolation, desire to be alone