Arthritis is:
a. The surgical replacement of a joint
b. Joint inflammation
c. A disease in which bones become porous and brittle
d. The repair of a fracture
B
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A. Keep the patient busy with structured activities. B. Keep televisions and radios on whenever possible to encourage patient interaction. C. Allow more time for performing care. D. Emphasize "reality orientation." E. Encourage independent decision making. F. Provide group therapy opportunities to share feelings and problems.
The nurse should question a prescription for high-dose corticosteroids for a patient with
a. uncontrolled diabetes mellitus. b. rheumatoid arthritis. c. status asthmaticus. d. exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
A patient who has hypothyroidism has been taking levothyroxine 50 mcg daily for 2 weeks. The patient reports continued fatigue. The primary care NP should:
a. order a T4 level today. b. increase the dose to 100 mcg. c. check the TSH level in 1 week. d. reassure the patient that this will improve in several weeks.
MC The most restrictive form of restraint is
A. Humane belt. B. Torso vest. C. Wrist restraints. D. Chemical.