The nurse instructs the patient that, before having a thyroid panel done, the patient should omit taking ______ for two days before the test
a. aspirin
b. antacids
c. diuretics
d. multivitamins
A
To ensure an accurate test result, aspirin should be avoided for two days before testing. Birth control pills also will alter the test results. Antacids, diuretics, and multivitamins do not affect the results of a thyroid panel.
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A. Theophylline (Theo-Dur) B. Montelukast (Singulair) C. Guaifenesin (Organidin) D. Salmeterol (Serevent)
A nurse caring for a patient taking the diuretic furosemide (Lasix) would be most concerned by which of the following findings?
1. Muscle spasms 2. Hypercalcemia 3. Low urine specific gravity 4. Constricted pupils
When using the principles of virtue ethics in decision making, a nurse would
a. Provide efficient and effective nursing care. b. Identify the meaningful facts in the situation. c. Seek ethical community support to enhance character development. d. Plan ways to restructure the social practices that oppress women.
Calculate the amount to administer: ________. Ordered: Retinol 0.25 mg PO 4 times a dayOn hand: Retinol 500 mcg tablets.If the answer results in a mixed number be sure to include a space between the whole number and the fraction. Example: 1 1/4 (read as one and one-fourth).
What will be an ideal response?