A 57-year-old woman was diagnosed with osteoarthritis (OA) by her primary care provider several months ago and claims that she is achieving acceptable control of her symptoms by taking acetaminophen several times daily. The nurse should perform further assessment to ensure that the patient is doing which of the following?
A) Taking her acetaminophen with food
B) Not exceeding 2,000 mg of acetaminophen in any 24-hour period
C) Drinking sufficient amounts of fluids
D) Not exceeding three doses per day
C
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The client receiving propylthiouracil should be taught to report signs and symptoms of infection immediately because of which of the following?
a. Depression of thyroid function increases risk of infection. b. Hyperthyroidism predisposes the client to immune system breakdown. c. Iodine preparations inhibit blood clotting. d. Propylthiouracil can cause agranulocytosis.
The nurse is reviewing client lab work for a critical lab value. Which value is called to the physician for additional orders?
A) Potassium: 5.8 mEq/L B) Sodium: 138 mEq/L C) Magnesium: 2 mEq/L D) Calcium: 10 mg/dL
The nurse is caring for a client who has had a temperature of 38.8°C for the past 24 hours. When medicating the client for pain, the nurse is aware that:
A) elimination of the drug may be prolonged. B) the analgesic should be given by a parenteral route. C) the analgesic effect may be shortened. D) absorption of the drug will be reduced.
A female patient continues to develop vaginal infections. What teaching should the nurse provide to assist this patient? Select all that apply.
A. "Wear only nylon underwear." B. "Avoid wearing tight jeans or pants." C. "Use condoms when engaging in sexual activity." D. "Douche daily." E. "Be sure to wash the perineal region daily and as necessary throughout the day."