A patient prescribed raltegravir (Isentress) reports all of the following problems or changes since starting this drug. Which problem or change does the nurse report to the prescriber?
a. Abdominal cramps and bloating
b. Muscle aches and weakness
c. Urinating more at night
d. Loss of taste for sweets
B
This drug can cause the adverse reaction of rhabdomyolysis, which is destruction of skeletal muscle. The symptoms of this problem are muscle aches and weakness. When a patient develops this problem, the drug should be stopped.
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A. Urticaria. B. Light-headiness. C. Sedation. D. Palpitations.
What is an advantage of the synthetic form of the natriuretic peptide nesiritide in treating heart failure?
a. It does not cause hypotension. b. It reduces both preload and afterload. c. It has no adverse events associated with its use. d. It has an oral-dose formulation.
An active lifestyle is important for maintaining and promoting health. In developing an exercise program, the nurse understands that
a. Physical exercise is contraindicated for patients with chronic illnesses. b. Regular physical activity is beneficial only for the body part that is exercised. c. Physical exercise has no effect on psychological well-being. d. Physical activity enhances functioning of all body systems.
Collect stool specimens for serial fecal occult blood testing ___ times from 3 different stools
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).