During an assessment, the patient tells the
nurse that he eats large amounts of garlic for its cardiovascular benefits. Which drug or drug class, if taken, would have a potential interaction with the garlic?
a. Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
b. Insulin
c. Antilipemic drugs
d. Sedatives
ANS: B
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Why is it necessary for a nurse to report extremes of emotions or disturbances in the thought process of a client with cardiovascular disorder to the physician?
A) Because it is an indication of an impending heart failure B) Because the client may develop anxiety disorder C) Because it interferes with the diagnostic testing and prescribed therapy D) Because it creates anxiety during the diagnostic testing
The nurse prepares to assess for the Trousseau and Chvostek signs in a client. For which health problem is the nurse assessing this client?
a. Anemia b. Hypokalemia c. Hypocalcemia d. Hypophosphatemia
The nurse plans to enhance blood flow in the 80-year-old long-term care facility resident by interventions such as: (Select all that apply.)
a. using lap throws or light blankets over legs while sitting. b. elevating legs with knee gatch. c. encouraging walking. d. coaching isometric exercises. e. keeping environment warm.
The nurse explains that although uncomfortable, mild anxiety under normal circumstances usually
a. interferes with problem solving. b. is short-lived. c. is repressed and forgotten. d. spirals into panic.