An older patient taking lithium carbonate
(Eskalith) for 2 months has all of the following conditions. Which finding should you report to the prescriber as a possible side effect that may require a change of drug or drug dosage?
a. Dry mouth
b. Increased belching after meals
c. Weight loss of 6 lb in 1 week
d. International normalized ratio (INR) of 1.1
ANS: C
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a. relearning former skills. b. learning to walk. c. learning new skills to adapt to a different lifestyle. d. developing muscle strength.
The nurse is reviewing maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein (MSAFP) results. Which conditions are associated with elevated levels of MSAFP? (Select all that apply.)
a. Fetal demise b. Neural tube defects c. Abdominal wall defects d. Chromosomal trisomies e. Gestational trophoblastic disease
A researcher who bases phenomenological research on Husserl's philosophy will
a. incorporate personal biases into conclusions and discussion of the research. b. interpret subjects' experiences according to the researcher's own biases. c. place personal biases aside when considering and reporting research findings. d. use personal biases to look for hidden meanings in research data.
A client with a malabsorption disorder has been prescribed enteral feedings. The nurse explains that the carbohydrates in the formula constitute 30% to _____ % of the calories. Standard Text: Record your answer rounding to the nearest whole number
What will be an ideal response?