Your patient is a newly diagnosed diabetic who has been incorrectly taking the medication prescribed. What is the most likely reason?
1. The patient feels the dose of medication is not enough.
2. The patient feels the dose of medication is too much.
3. The patient does not understand the medication dosage.
4. The patient cannot swallow the medication.
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There are two basic reasons a patient has difficulty meeting treatment goals: (1) The patient does not understand what to do. (2) The patient understands what to do but fails to do it. When teaching the patient, discuss both of these reasons, with the goal of helping the patient make informed decisions about properly taking medications.
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A) "We are giving this drug to increase his blood pressure and heart rate." B) "The medication will improve his condition and stabilize him." C) "The medication will increase the force of the heart contraction and increase blood pressure." D) "The medication will increase his heart rate and decrease his blood pressure."
The nurse is caring for a patient with hepatic encephalopathy. While making the initial shift assessment, the nurse notes that the patient has a flapping tremor of the hands. What will the nurse document this condition as in the patient's chart?
A) Asterixis B) Constructional apraxia C) Fetor hepaticus D) Palmar erythema
Tabitha has been admitted with influenza. The nurse discusses the plan of care with the family. The child will be in droplet isolation. The reason for the droplet isolation is because:
1. The goal is to not bring in any outside infections to the child, as pneumonia can be a complication. 2. The goal is to prevent the spread of the virus to any of the health-care workers and other patients. 3. The goal is to prevent a massive outbreak within the community. 4. The goal is to provide a quiet environment for the child to rest.
The nurse is caring for a 78-year-old client who is taking an anticholinergic medication and complains of dry mouth. Which of the following would be most appropriate for the nurse to suggest?
A) Chew hard candies. B) Rinse the mouth with a mouthwash. C) Use more seasonings on food. D) Drink decaffeinated beverages often.