A patient who takes pancreatic enzyme replacements is at risk of what type of gastrointestinal side effects?

What factors may contribute to patient medication errors? (Select all that apply.)

a. Only two objectives, instead of four, are included in the treatment plan discussed with the patient. b. The nurse fails to provide patients with information about both the desirable effects and the possible side effects of prescribed medication so that they can make an informed decision about the treatment plan. c. Medication-related teaching materials sent home with patients are written at a higher than eighth-grade reading level. d. Medication-related teaching materials sent home contain long sentences and medical terms rather than common or familiar words. e. The nurse gives patients with new prescriptions verbal instructions only, rather than talking to patients and giving them written information or talking to patients along with showing audiovisual aids.

The nurse is caring for a client with essential hypertension. The nurse reviews lab work and assesses kidney function. Which action of the kidney would the nurse evaluate as the body's attempt to regulate high blood pressure?

A) The kidney retains sodium and water. B) The kidney excretes sodium and water. C) The kidney retains sodium and excretes water. D) The kidney retains water and excretes sodium.

A nurse is providing care to a family who has a child with a disability. Which of the following individuals would most likely report high levels of stress, anxiety, and depression?

a. Mother b. Father c. Teacher d. Home health nurse

A nurse is educating a community women's group about the importance of monthly breast self-exam and annual mammograms. Why is this community health education important?

a. Increased screening will lead to a decreased incidence of breast cancer b. Early detection of breast cancer typically leads to a better prognosis c. The death rate of breast cancer continues to rise d. The potential harm from screening needs to be discussed