A nurse is instructing a client about the use of nitroglycerin patches. The nurse should instruct the client to:
a) Use the patch only when chest pain occurs.
b) Apply the patch only on alternate days.
c) Change the site of the patch every day.
d) Remove the patch every night.
Answer: d) Remove the patch every night.
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The nurse is caring for a client with metabolic acidosis. Which goals are appropriate for this client?
Select all that apply. A) The client will maintain a respiratory rate of 30 or more. B) The client will describe preventative measure for the underlying chronic illness. C) The client will maintain baseline cardiac rhythm. D) pH will range from 7.25 to 7.35. E) The client will take potassium supplements to increase potassium levels.
The nurse has directed a client to increase fluid intake as part of treatment for gout. The client asks what kind of fluids would be best. How should the nurse answer?
1. "It does not make much difference, as long as you are increasing fluid to at least 64 ounces every day." 2. "Coffee is a good fluid to drink in the morning." 3. "The best fluid for you to drink is water." 4. "Whole milk is a good fluid to flush the kidney."
The chief nursing officer establishes a shared governance model to help empower the nursing staff, thus empowering the organization. Common characteristics of empowered organizations are:
a. Shared values, high salaries, and a human focus. b. Shared values, flexibility, and a human-capital focus. c. Commitment to communication, high salaries, and flexibility for evaluations. d. Creation of community and of effective stress management in the midst of divergent goals.
When assessing a male for hypogonadism prior to prescribing testosterone replacement, serum testosterone levels are drawn:
1. Without regard to time of day 2. First thing in the morning 3. Late afternoon 4. In the evening