A nurse is administering lithium to a Japanese patient. What cultural factor should the nurse consider regarding the effects of the medications?
A) elevated serum levels may occur causing symptoms of drug toxicity
B) expected side effects should be no different than in other patients
C) the patient may require a larger-than-normal dose of a drug
D) more rapid metabolism may interfere with drug absorption
A
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The term shared governance describes:
A. Informal ways in which access to opportunity is made available to staff. B. Staff nurses' inclusion in decision-making through representation in governing practice and management issues. C. Nurses' involvement in decision-making at the administrative level. D. Shared staffing on various levels to serve the needs of the institution.
A bone biopsy has just been completed on a patient with suspected bone metastases. What assessment should the nurse prioritize in the immediate recovery period?
A) Assessment for dehiscence at the biopsy site B) Assessment for pain C) Assessment for hematoma formation D) Assessment for infection
An adult client is admitted with acute glomerulonephritis with symptoms of fatigue, anorexia, and blood pressure of 140/94. The nurse identifies the initial goal of treatment as follows:
A) to reduce the hypertension B) providing a 5,000-calorie daily diet C) energy conservation and bed rest during the acute phase D) urinary output of at least 3,000 mL daily
High urinary urea excretion may be caused by
a. high protein intake. b. phenylketonuria. c. kidney failure. d. administration of growth hormone.