A patient receiving cyclosporine after an organ transplant is experiencing an acute onset of hypertension and headaches. What should these assessment findings suggest to the nurse?
A. These are signs of impending transplanted organ failure.
B. The transplanted organ is beginning to function.
C. These are signs of toxicity.
D. This is a normal reaction to the medication.
Answer: C
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A) Computed tomography (CT) scan B) Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) C) Brain biopsy D) Blood work with (ACTH) levels
The nurse would be concerned that a patient is exhibiting signs and symptoms of inflammation after assessing which findings in a leg wound? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected
Select all that apply. 1. Edema 2. Pain 3. Erythema 4. Coolness of tissues 5. Decreased distal pulses
How might your school of nursing ease the transition of its graduates into the workplace?
a. Provide a greater number of courses focus on transitioning. b. Encourage cooperative education programs. c. Eliminate any paid work terms from nursing education. d. Discourage summer employment for nursing students.
The nurse is conducting a history and assessment related to a patient's incontinence. Which of the following should the nurse include in the assessment before beginning a bladder training program?
a) Smoking habits b) Medication usage c) History of allergies d) Occupational history