A clinic nurse explains to the pregnant woman that the amount of amniotic fluid present at 7 or 8 months gestation is approximately:
A) 500 mL
B) 750 mL
C) 800 mL
D) 1000 mL
C
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Key examples of health care practices and interventions outcomes are (select all that apply):
a. mortality. b. birth rates. c. health status. d. quality of life. e. ability to function.
A patient who was recently diagnosed with hypertension and placed on propranolol (Inderal) is seen in the clinic for an unrelated issue
When the nurse notes that his blood pressure is elevated, she asks if the patient has been taking his medication and he says he quit because "I didn't like how I felt when I took it." Based on this statement, what would be an appropriate response? 1. "Many male patients experience side effects of this drug, which include altered libido and impotence. This is common. Tell me how you felt when you took the drug." 2. "You shouldn't stop taking the drug without first talking to the doctor!" 3. Write a note in the patient's record but say nothing to the patient. 4. "I'm going to give you some information about this medication for you to take home and read. At your next visit, I'll have the doctor talk to you about it."
The nurse is preparing to administer intravenous temsirolimus (Torisel). To prevent a common adverse drug effect, the nurse will expect to administer which type of drug?
a. An antibiotic b. An anticoagulant c. An antiemetic d. An antihistamine
After removing a tack from a type 2 diabetic's heel and evaluating the site for infection, what is the best plan for this patient?
a. Suggest she use a heating pad to improve circulation b. Refer to a podiatrist for a foot care treatment plan c. Send her for acupuncture treatments d. All of the above